Estadio Azul facts for kids
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| Full name | Estadio Azul (Blue Stadium) |
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| Former names | Estadio Olímpico de la Ciudad de los Deportes (Olympic Stadium Sports City) (1947-1983) Estadio Azulgrana (Blue-Crimson Stadium) (1983-1996) |
| Location | Calle Indiana 255 Mexico City, Mexico C.P. 03810 |
| Coordinates | 19°23′0.20″N 99°10′41.61″W / 19.3833889°N 99.1782250°W |
| Owner | OCESA |
| Operator | Cruz Azul |
| Executive suites | 92 boxes |
| Capacity | 32,904 |
| Field size | 108 x 68 m |
| Surface | Grass |
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| Opened | January 5, 1947 |
| Renovated | 1996 |
| Tenants | |
| Cruz Azul (Liga MX) (1996–present) América (1947-1955) Necaxa (1950-1955) Atlante (1947-1955, 1983-1989, 1991-1996, 2000-2002) |
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The Estadio Azul is a famous stadium located in Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. It is a very important place for Mexican football (soccer). The stadium can hold 32,904 people, which is a lot of fans!
The main team that plays here is Cruz Azul, a well-known Mexican football club. They have called Estadio Azul their home since 1996.
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Estadio Azul: Home of Football
Estadio Azul is a large sports arena. It is mainly used for football matches. The stadium has a green grass field where players compete.
It also has many seats for fans to watch the games. There are even 92 special boxes, which are like private viewing areas.
A Look Inside
The playing field at Estadio Azul is 108 meters long and 68 meters wide. This is the standard size for a professional football pitch.
From the stands, fans can see the entire game. The stadium is designed so everyone has a good view of the action.
Its Many Names and History
Estadio Azul first opened its doors on January 5, 1947. That makes it a very old and historic stadium!
When it first opened, it was called Estadio Olímpico de la Ciudad de los Deportes. This means "Olympic Stadium of the Sports City."
Later, from 1983 to 1996, it was known as Estadio Azulgrana. Finally, in 1996, it became Estadio Azul, which means "Blue Stadium."
Who Played Here?
Many different football teams have played at Estadio Azul over the years. These teams are called "tenants" because they use the stadium as their home field.
- Cruz Azul has played here since 1996. They are a big team in Liga MX, Mexico's top football league.
- Club América also played here from 1947 to 1955.
- Club Necaxa used the stadium from 1950 to 1955.
- C.F. Atlante played at Estadio Azul during several different periods: 1947-1955, 1983-1989, 1991-1996, and 2000-2002.
Images for kids
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Exterior from a side street
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Stadium (right) from the air
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Interior from concourse
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Interior from east section A
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Logo under former name
See also
In Spanish: Estadio de la Ciudad de los Deportes para niños
