Firhill Stadium facts for kids
Firhill Stadium is a well-known sports ground in Glasgow, Scotland. It is most famous for being the home of Partick Thistle F.C., a Scottish association football club.
For a time, Firhill also became the temporary home for Glasgow's professional Rugby Union team, Glasgow Warriors. They moved there in December 2005 from their old base at Hughenden. The Glasgow Warriors stayed at Firhill for two years, starting from the 2007-08 Magners League season.
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Firhill Stadium: A Historic Sports Ground
Firhill Stadium has a long history as a key sports venue in Glasgow. It has been the home of Partick Thistle F.C. for many years. The stadium is a place where fans gather to cheer on their favorite teams.
The Home of Partick Thistle Football Club
Partick Thistle F.C. is a Scottish football club with a strong connection to Firhill. The stadium is where they play their home matches. It's a special place for both the players and their loyal supporters.
Rugby at Firhill: Glasgow Warriors
Besides football, Firhill Stadium has also hosted professional rugby. The Glasgow Warriors rugby team used Firhill as their home ground for a period. This showed the stadium's ability to host different kinds of sports. It was a temporary move for the Warriors while they looked for a new permanent home.
Images for kids
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The John Lambie (north) Stand
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A seating plan of Firhill Stadium
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The Colin Weir (main) Stand at night
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Glasgow Warriors playing Biarritz at Firhill on 10 October 2009.
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Firhill greyhound track around 1940
See also
In Spanish: Firhill Stadium para niños
