Surface Grass Construction cost $ 22 million | Capacity 25,155 Opened 14 January 2017 | |
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Full name Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Ali al-Amoudi Stadium | ||
The Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Ali al-Amoudi Stadium (Amharic: ወልድያ ስታዲየም?) is a multi-purpose stadium in Weldiya, Ethiopia. It is used mostly for football matches although it also has athletics facilities. The stadium has a capacity of 25,155 people.
The stadium also includes ground tennis court, basketball court, Olympic size swimming pool, volleyball field, handball field and a guest house.
History
The construction of Weldiya Stadium was started in 2010 through the collaboration of local residents and business tycoon Mohammed Al Amoudi. The construction was started with the hope of completion in 5 years. As of 2016, the final touches are being applied.
Inside of the stadium
With the completion of Weldiya stadium, there is a new hope that Ethiopia will host continental competitions like African Cup of Nations.