Quebec venues to be full houses as COVID wane

Quebec venues back to full capacity

Thanks to high vaccination rates and falling COVID-19 numbers, Quebec (Canadian province) will start allowing full-capacity seating at cultural venues and sports stadiums starting October 8th. The ‘Montreal Gazette’ stated that the loosening of restrictions comes with conditions. Those who wish... » Read more

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Cameroon stadium stampede claims 8, 50 hurt

People die in Cameroon during Africa Cup game

Eight people were killed and about 50 injured in a crush outside a Cameroonian football stadium on January 24th ahead of an Africa Cup of Nations match. The ‘NDTV’ stated that crowds attempted to enter through a Southern entrance at the 60,000-capacity Paul Biya Stadium, Olembé, in the capital... » Read more

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Work starts on S.C. Braga B team home venue

SC Braga starts construction of mini stadium

The Primeira Liga team S.C. Braga (Portugal) has started work on the construction of Estádio Centenário, a 2,600-seat stadium which will serve as the home ground of their women’s team – S.C. Braga (women) as well as the men’s B Team – Braga B. ‘SC Braga’ stated that work on... » Read more

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Villa Live to mirror Aston Villa rich legacy

Aston Villa launches consultation for expansion of Villa Park

The Premier League team Aston Villa Football Club (UK) has launched a pre-application planning consultation on the first phase of its long-term vision for its home venue – Villa Park – and the surrounding area. ‘AVFC’ stated that the plans will pave the way to create a world-class... » Read more

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North Strip NBA-ready arena project nod

Las Vegas NBA arena moves forward

The Clark County Commission recently gave unanimous approval to several use permits for the construction of a 752-foot, 2,605-unit hotel and condominium project with an 18,000-seat NBA-ready arena on the North Strip (US). ‘LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL’ stated that with little debate, Commissioners,... » Read more

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Pilot events in UK to determine fans’ return

England back with fans

If a series of test events prove to be a smooth affair in the coming weeks, then spectators could be greeted back into sporting events in England on October 1. Pilots will take place from August 1 but any stadium reopenings would be subject to coronavirus guidelines. Gatherings of more than 30... » Read more

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Wembley crowd to swell to almost 40,000

Wembley Stadium capacity increase during EURO 2020

The capacity at Wembley Stadium (London) will increase to at least 40,000 as the European Championship progresses after the British Government decided on Monday to further ease COVID-19 restrictions in the coming weeks. ‘ESPN’ stated that the number of onlookers will be increased from the... » Read more

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