Saudi Arabia has announced ambitious plans to construct King Salman Stadium by 2029 in Riyadh. The mega sports arena will boast a seating capacity of 92,000 and span an impressive area exceeding 660,000 square meters.
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the sports ministry have announced the designs and plans for the King Salman Stadium and its sporting facilities as one of the largest sports arenas globally. The stadium will serve as the main venue for the Saudi national team and host major sporting events and activities.
State-of-the-art sports facilities
Situated in northern Riyadh along King Salman Road, the stadium is near vital city sites such as King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh Metro Station and major roadways, ensuring easy access from all parts of the city.
King Salman Stadium and its sporting facilities will include several amenities for various sports activities, including commercial centers and recreational areas accessible to all age groups throughout the day. In addition, the main stadium will have a seating capacity of 92,000, including a royal box with 150 seats, 120 hospitality suites, 300 VIP seats, and 2,200 seats for dignitaries.
The plan for the King Salman Stadium also includes multiple surrounding sports facilities spanning over 360,000 square meters, including two training fields, fan zones, a closed sports hall, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, an athletics track, and outdoor courts for volleyball, basketball and padel tennis.
These facilities cater to all age groups and link seamlessly together with a 9-kilometre-long sports track surrounding King Abdulaziz Park.
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Ensuring sustainable standards
Set for completion in the fourth quarter of 2029, the King Salman Stadium’s design and its facilities were selected from several submissions by six international companies. In addition, the designs meet FIFA’s requirements and uphold standards of sustainability and architectural excellence.
The final design integrates seamlessly with King Abdulaziz Park through a valley that intersects the surrounding green spaces. In addition, its architecture includes green walls and roofs spanning over 96,500 square meters to meet environmental sustainability and green building standards.
The stadium will also include sustainable cooling systems for both the audience seats and the playing field, extended indoor screens for spectators, indoor gardens, and a walking track with a view of King Abdulaziz Park.
The King Salman Stadium, an architectural landmark, will be ready to host major local and international entertainment events, enhancing the quality of life in Riyadh and raising the city’s global ranking as one of the most livable cities in the world.
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