Max-Morlock-Stadion facts for kids
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| Former names | Städtisches Stadion (1928–1945, 1961–1991) Victory Stadium (1945–1961) Frankenstadion (1991–2006) easyCredit-Stadion (2006–2012) Stadion Nürnberg (2012–2013, 2016–2017) Grundig Stadion (2013–2016) |
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| Location | Nuremberg, Germany |
| Coordinates | 49°25′34″N 11°7′33″E / 49.42611°N 11.12583°E |
| Owner | City of Nuremberg |
| Capacity | 50,000 (League matches), 44,308 (International matches) |
| Field size | 105 × 68 m |
| Surface | Grass |
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| Built | 1928 |
| Opened | 1928 |
| Construction cost | 56.2 million Euros |
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| 1. FC Nürnberg (1963–present) Germany national football team (selected matches) |
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The Max-Morlock-Stadion is a famous sports stadium in Nuremberg, Germany. It first opened its doors in 1928. You can find it right next to the historic Zeppelinfeld and the Nuremberg Arena.
Since 1966, this stadium has been the home field for the German football club 1. FC Nürnberg. It has hosted many exciting events over the years. For example, during the 1972 Summer Olympics, it was used for six football matches. In 1967, it held the European Cup Winners' Cup final where Bayern Munich beat Rangers 1–0.
The stadium also played a big part in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. It hosted five games, including a very memorable match between Portugal and the Netherlands. This game became known as the "Battle of Nuremberg" because of how intense it was.
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What's in a Name? The Stadium's Many Titles
This stadium has had several names throughout its long history. When it first opened in 1928, it was called the Städtisches Stadion, which means "Municipal Stadium." After 1945, it was known as Victory Stadium for a while.
In 1961, it went back to its original name. Then, in 1991, it was renamed Frankenstadion. This name lasted until 2006.
On March 14, 2006, the stadium's name changed to easyCredit-Stadion because of a sponsorship deal with a German bank. Many fans of 1. FC Nürnberg were not happy with this change. They held demonstrations and suggested renaming the stadium after Max Morlock. He was one of the best players in the club's history.
Later, on February 14, 2013, the stadium became the Grundig Stadion due to another sponsorship. However, in July 2016, the city of Nuremberg could not find a new sponsor. So, the stadium's name changed back to Stadion Nürnberg. Finally, on July 1, 2017, it officially became the Max-Morlock-Stadion, honoring the legendary player.
Stadium Features: What's Inside?
The Max-Morlock-Stadion is a very modern place with lots of cool features. It has two changing rooms for players and separate ones for coaches and referees. There are also rooms for doctors and medical treatments.
For the media, there's a large press area and special rooms for press conferences. Three TV studios are also available for broadcasting. The stadium has a big VIP area, covering 1200 square meters, which can host up to 800 guests. To handle all the visitors, there are 15,000 parking spaces, with 205 reserved for VIPs.
The stadium also has special facilities for track and field sports that meet international standards. A sprinkler system uses rainwater to keep the grass healthy. The football pitch is heated and lit by a powerful floodlight system. Two large video walls, each 60 square meters, show replays and information to the fans. There's even a backup power system with diesel generators, just in case.
A Look Back: The Stadium's Past
The stadium has a rich history. In 1933, it was used for large gatherings and events for young people. For example, the fourth "Deutsche Kampfspiele" (German Combat Games), a big sports event, took place here from July 23 to 29, 1934.
After 1963, the stadium was updated many times. These changes helped it meet the high standards needed for professional football matches in the Bundesliga.
Making it Modern: Stadium Renovations
The Max-Morlock-Stadion has been renovated twice to keep it up-to-date. The first major renovation happened from 1988 to 1991. The second big update was in 2002. This was done to get the stadium ready for both the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
The 2002 renovation cost about €56.2 million. This money was shared by the city of Nürnberg, the State of Bavaria, and the company that managed the stadium. This modernization project made the stadium bigger, increasing its capacity to 48,548 seats. This was done by adding more seats to the southwest and northwest grandstands. The playing field was also lowered by 1.30 meters. This made sure that everyone had a clear view of the game from their seat. A special area called Max-Morlock-Platz was created for fans to meet and enjoy food. This area is 1,000 square meters large. By the summer of 2012, the stadium's capacity was increased even further to 50,000 people.
Music and Fun: Concerts at the Stadium
Besides sports, the Max-Morlock-Stadion has also hosted many exciting music concerts.
- The Monsters of Rock Tour in 1984 took place here.
- AC/DC performed at the stadium on June 29, 2001, during their Stiff Upper Lip World Tour.
- P!nk performed on July 15, 2010, as part of her Funhouse Summer Carnival.
- The popular "Rock im Park" festival is also held at this stadium.
Getting There: Transportation Options
It's easy to get to the Max-Morlock-Stadion and the nearby Nuremberg Arena using public transportation. This helps fans travel to and from all the sports and music events.
- The Max-Morlock-Platz bus stop is right in front of the stadium. Bus line 55 stops here.
- The Frankenstadion station is about a 5-minute walk (400 meters) from the stadium. You can take the S-Bahn line S2 to get there.
- The Dutzendteich station and tram stop are about a 10-minute walk (1300 meters) away. Bus lines 55 and 65, Tramway line 6, and S-Bahn line S2 all serve this stop.
- The Messe subway station is about a 15-minute walk (1800 meters) from the stadium. You can use U-Bahn (Subway) lines U1 and U11.
For big events like Bundesliga games or the annual Rock im Park festival, extra S-Bahn trains run between the main station and Frankenstadion station. Before the 2006 FIFA World Cup, the Frankenstadion station had its platform length doubled, and an extra platform was built to handle more passengers.
World Cup 2006: Games at Max-Morlock-Stadion
The stadium was one of the important venues for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Here are the games that were played there during the tournament:
| Date | Time (CET) | Team #1 | Res. | Team #2 | Round | Spectators |
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| June 11, 2006 | 18:00 |  Mexico |
3–1 |  Iran |
Group D | 41,000 |
| June 15, 2006 | 18:00 |  England |
2–0 |  Trinidad and Tobago |
Group B | 41,000 |
| June 18, 2006 | 15:00 |  Japan |
0–0 |  Croatia |
Group F | 41,000 |
| June 22, 2006 | 16:00 |  Ghana |
2–1 |  United States |
Group E | 41,000 |
| June 25, 2006 | 21:00 |  Portugal |
1–0 |  Netherlands |
Round of 16 | 41,000 |
See also
In Spanish: Max-Morlock-Stadion para niños
