Construction works are nearing completion at the new 19 Mayis Stadium in Ankara
Work is being finalized on the new 51,000-capacity stadium built in Ankara to replace the 19 Mayıs Stadium, which was demolished in 2018.
Construction work is nearing completion on the new 51,000-seat stadium in the capital, the construction of which began in June 2022 to replace the 19 Mayıs Stadium demolished in 2018.
Preparations for the first kickoff are ongoing at the new 51,000-seat stadium built in the capital to replace the 19 Mayıs Stadium, which was demolished in 2018. Carried out in cooperation with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and TOKİ, the project has been designed as one of Turkey's most modern sports facilities.
The stadium is established on an area of 166,000 square meters and holds the distinction of being the 3rd project in the world with the longest steel roof span at 285 meters. A 60,000-square-meter membrane coating was used on the roof of the structure. While the installation of red and white seats has been completed in the earthquake-resistant facility, the construction of the athletics track in the exterior area continues.
The complex was designed not only for football matches but also to serve 15 different sports branches, featuring a conference hall, museum, cafeteria, stores, and training halls. Located next to the facility are high-speed train, subway, and commuter lines, alongside a private press tribune with a capacity of 1,400 people.