San Siro celebrates Centenary, with hope for new stadium in 2030
It is precisely 100 years ago today that the iconic San Siro stadium was inaugurated, and with a new arena planned in the same area, it’s important to remember how much it has already changed.The ar...
On March 8, 1926, the storied San Siro stadium was inaugurated in Milan, Italy, with a capacity of 35,000 spectators. Initially named La Scala del Calcio, it was later renamed Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in 1980. The stadium's layout underwent several transformations, with a roof added in 1990 to host the World Cup opening ceremony. However, Inter Milan and AC Milan desired a new arena, leading to a decade-long fight for construction rights.
After overcoming legal battles and authorities' opposition, the clubs plan to break ground on the new San Siro next year, with the aim of inaugurating it by December 2030. This would position it among the host stadiums for Italy at the EURO 2032 tournament.
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