Gillette Stadium facts for kids
The Gillette Stadium is a large sports building located in Foxborough, Massachusetts. It's a very important place for sports fans in New England! This stadium is the home field for two major professional sports teams: the NFL team, the New England Patriots, and the MLS team, the New England Revolution.
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What is Gillette Stadium?
Gillette Stadium is a modern stadium that opened in 2002. It was built to replace the old Foxboro Stadium. It's not just a place for football and soccer games; it also hosts many other exciting events. Imagine seeing huge concerts, international soccer matches, and even other sports like lacrosse there!
Home of the Patriots
The New England Patriots are one of the most famous teams in the NFL. They play their home games at Gillette Stadium. The stadium gets super loud and exciting when the Patriots are playing, especially during important games. Fans wear team jerseys and cheer very loudly for their team.
Home of the Revolution
The New England Revolution is a professional soccer team that plays in MLS. They also call Gillette Stadium their home. Soccer games are very popular around the world, and fans love to watch the Revolution compete against other teams. The stadium's field is perfect for both football and soccer.
Beyond Sports: Other Events
Gillette Stadium is a busy place! Besides football and soccer, it hosts many other fun events.
- Concerts: Many famous music artists have performed huge concerts at the stadium.
- College Sports: Sometimes, college football or lacrosse games are played here.
- Special Events: The stadium has also hosted international soccer tournaments and other big gatherings.
Location and Area
Gillette Stadium is part of a larger area called Patriot Place. This area has shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. So, when people visit the stadium for a game or concert, they can also enjoy shopping or grabbing a bite to eat nearby. It makes the whole experience even more fun for visitors.
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Gillette Stadium mezzanine area
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2009 Energy Project Award Winning 525 kilowatt BIPV CoolPly system on the Patriot Place Complex Adjacent to the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. The Solar Project was built, and is owned and operated by Constellation Energy.
See also
In Spanish: Gillette Stadium para niños
