 Planned design of the stadium | |
| Address | C56M+62, Tilal, King Abdullah Economic City 23976, Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Location | KAEC, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia |
| Coordinates | 22°24′43″N 39°11′10″E / 22.412°N 39.186°E / 22.412; 39.186 |
| Owner | Ministry of Sport |
| Operator | Ministry of Sport |
| Capacity | 45,700 |
| Field size | Field of play: 105m × 68m Pitch area: 125m × 85m |
| Surface | Hybrid grass |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | 2027 (planned) |
| Opened | 2032 (planned) |
| Architect | AFL Architects |
| Tenants | |
| 2034 FIFA World Cup (planned) | |
King Abdullah Economic City Stadium (Arabic: ملعب مدينة الملك عبد الله الاقتصادية, romanized: maleabʿ madinat al-malik abd-allāh al-aiqtisadia) is a planned multi-purpose stadium in King Abdullah Economic City, Rabigh, Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea coast north of Jeddah. It is set to be a venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup and has a proposed capacity of 45,700 people, where it will host fixtures in the group stage and round of 32.
King Abdullah Economic City is a planned city in Rabigh Governorate, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia. It was announced as a megaproject in 2005 by King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz. It is located in close proximity to Thuwal, almost 100 km north of Jeddah.
The stadium is named after former king and prime minister of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Description
Construction
Construction on the stadium is planned to begin in 2027 and its opening will take place in 2032. The primary architects hired to design the stadium will be AFL Architects based out of Manchester. AFL said the stadium will feature energy-efficient systems and green spaces as part of plans to prioritize the conservation of resources and the reduction of its ecological footprint.
Its innovative design and organic aesthetic take inspiration from the adaptive growth of local Red Sea coral reefs. Developed as a multifunctional hub, the stadium emphasizes economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and community integration. Beyond the stadium itself, the precinct will feature additional facilities, including three hotels, mixed-use spaces, and a sports clinic. The surrounding area seamlessly blends the stadium with public spaces, incorporating parkland, retail units, and other amenities.
Post-2034
After the World Cup, the main stadium will primarily serve as a venue for football matches, concerts, and exhibitions. The surrounding precinct will focus on fostering community engagement, featuring extensive green spaces that provide residents with opportunities to connect with nature.
See also
References
- https://digitalhub.fifa.com/m/5590de2b652bef03/original/The-Saudi-Arabia-FIFA-World-Cup-2034-Bid-Book.pdf
- Rial, Bradley (2024-12-12). "AFL Architects to design Saudi World Cup stadium". The Stadium Business. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
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