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The Excelsior Stadium is a football ground located in Airdrie, Scotland. It is the home stadium for the football team Airdrieonians. This team plays in the Scottish First Division, which is one of the main football leagues in Scotland.

The stadium was named "Excelsior" to remember the club's history. The Airdrieonians football team actually started as "Excelsior Football Club" in 1878.

When the stadium first opened, its official name was Shyberry Excelsior Stadium. This was because a company called "Shyberry" sponsored the stadium at that time.

Today, most people, including fans of Airdrieonians and even the media, rarely use the name Excelsior Stadium. Instead, they usually call it New Broomfield. This name is more popular because it reminds people of the club's old home, Broomfield Park. It helps fans feel a stronger connection to the team's past.


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    View from the Joseph Dalziel Stand towards the South Stand

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Excelsior Stadium para niños

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