ROSHN Announces Construction of Iconic 45,000-Seat Stadium Southwest of Riyadh 

ROSHN Group announced the development of an iconic 45,000-seat stadium spanning over 450,000 square meters in Southwest Riyadh. (SPA)
ROSHN Group announced the development of an iconic 45,000-seat stadium spanning over 450,000 square meters in Southwest Riyadh. (SPA)
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ROSHN Announces Construction of Iconic 45,000-Seat Stadium Southwest of Riyadh 

ROSHN Group announced the development of an iconic 45,000-seat stadium spanning over 450,000 square meters in Southwest Riyadh. (SPA)
ROSHN Group announced the development of an iconic 45,000-seat stadium spanning over 450,000 square meters in Southwest Riyadh. (SPA)

ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset class real estate developer and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) Company, announced on Tuesday the development of an iconic 45,000-seat stadium spanning over 450,000 square meters in Southwest Riyadh.

The landmark mixed-use project will encompass a wide range of shops, restaurants, and hospitality venues, said ROSHN in a statement. At its heart lies the main sports and event floor, seamlessly connecting the various facilities with an open and cohesive design.

ROSHN Stadium will become an icon in Southwest Riyadh, characterized by its modern crystalline design emerging into the sky from the surrounding district inspired by the urban fabric and architectural features of Saudi Arabia’s central region.

The stadium represents a pivotal step in ROSHN’s expansion into mixed-use development across various sectors, including sports facilities. This underscores ROSHN Group’s commitment to enhancing quality of life through sustainable real estate development in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

Visitors to the stadium will enjoy access to sports facilities such as walkways and public green spaces, making it a vibrant destination.

Designed to meet the requirements for hosting the most prominent international sporting events, the stadium will also host other entertainment, cultural, and social events. Its sustainable design also incorporates the latest water and energy management technologies, including solar panels integrated into the stadium’s infrastructure.

The roof design boosts air movement, ensuring adequate ventilation and controlled access to sunlight inside the stadium during daylight hours.

Acting CEO of ROSHN Group Dr. Khalid Johar said: “ROSHN Stadium embodies ROSHN’s strategic transformation as a multi-asset class developer. We are proud to undertake this ambitious project, which will contribute to improving the quality of life and supporting economic growth in line with Saudi Vision 2030 while providing a unique gathering place in Riyadh and boosting the Kingdom’s attractiveness to host international events and sporting competitions.”



AFC President Says Confident Saudi Arabia's Bid for World Cup 2034 Will Impress World 

Saudi Arabia submitted on Monday its official bid to FIFA to host the World Cup 2034. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia submitted on Monday its official bid to FIFA to host the World Cup 2034. (SPA)
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AFC President Says Confident Saudi Arabia's Bid for World Cup 2034 Will Impress World 

Saudi Arabia submitted on Monday its official bid to FIFA to host the World Cup 2034. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia submitted on Monday its official bid to FIFA to host the World Cup 2034. (SPA)

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president and FIFA Vice President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup is a significant milestone in the history of the sport in Asia and an important step towards hosting the global event.

It also reflects the historic development of Saudi sports, which have gained the trust of the football world, he told the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

He added that Asia has placed its full trust in Saudi Arabia's bid due to the country's significant resources, future plans, and remarkable development, which align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 under the leadership of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

“Today, as we witness the official submission of the bid to host the World Cup, Asia’s confidence in Saudi Arabia's ability to organize one of the most remarkable editions of the World Cup is growing,” he noted.

“We are working as a unified system to support this and ensure the capability and effectiveness of the proposed plans and arrangements to deliver an unforgettable global football event,” he said.

“The world bid farewell to the exceptional 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Today, we are witnessing Saudi Arabia's submission of the 2034 World Cup bid, which will become an unforgettable reality.”

Moreover, he said: “We are very close to the movement and development of Saudi football, supported by Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal and led by president of Saudi Arabian Football Federation Yasser Al-Misehal.

“So, let us send a message of reassurance to all football stakeholders worldwide that Saudi Arabia will present a World Cup of exceptional quality and distinction that will remain in everyone's memory,” he stressed.