Cardiff City Stadium facts for kids
The Cardiff City Stadium (which is called Stadiwm Dinas Caerdydd in Welsh) is a super important sports ground in Cardiff, Wales. It's the home stadium for Cardiff City Football Club. It also hosts the Wales national football team for many of their exciting matches. This stadium can hold a huge crowd of up to 33,280 people! It's a place where lots of thrilling football and rugby games happen.
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Welcome to Cardiff City Stadium!
The Cardiff City Stadium is one of the biggest sports venues in Wales. It's not just a place for football; it's a hub for many big events. Fans gather here to cheer on their favourite teams. The stadium is known for its lively atmosphere during matches.
Home of Football and Rugby
This stadium is mainly famous for football. It is the proud home ground of Cardiff City Football Club. They are often called "The Bluebirds." The club plays its home matches here in various leagues.
The stadium also hosts the Wales national football team. Important international games are played here. This makes the stadium a key spot for Welsh football. For a time, it was also home to Cardiff Rugby, a professional rugby union team.
What Happens at the Stadium?
Besides football and rugby, the Cardiff City Stadium hosts other events. It has been used for music concerts, bringing famous artists to Cardiff. It's a versatile venue for entertainment. The stadium also has facilities for conferences and events.
Building a Modern Home
The Cardiff City Stadium was officially opened in 2009. It was built to replace Cardiff City's old home, Ninian Park. The new stadium offered modern facilities for players and fans. It was a big step forward for the club.
Expanding for More Fans
Over the years, the stadium has grown. In 2014, the Ninian Stand was expanded. This made the stadium even bigger. It allowed more fans to come and watch games. This expansion showed how popular the stadium had become.
Key Features of the Stadium
The stadium has several stands for spectators. These include the Ninian Stand, the Grandstand, and the Canton Stand. Each stand offers a different view of the pitch. The design helps create a great atmosphere.
Facilities for Visitors
The stadium has many facilities for fans. There are food and drink stalls. There are also shops where you can buy team merchandise. It's designed to make visiting a game a fun experience for everyone.
Images for kids
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The official opening match between Cardiff City and Celtic on 22 July 2009
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The Ninian Stand new development 17 May 2014
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The expanded Ninian Stand in 2021
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Image taken in April 2011 when the stadium was shared between Cardiff City F.C. and Cardiff Blues
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Fred Keenor statue outside the Stadium.
See also
In Spanish: Cardiff City Stadium para niños
