Saudi Arabia Planning To Build Ambitious 92,000-Seat King Salman Stadium by 2029 (image@ArgaamPlus)

Saudi Arabia is planning to build King Salman Stadium, an ambitious state-of-the-art facility which will boast a seating capacity of 92,000 and span an impressive area exceeding 660,000 square meters in Riyadh, said the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Ministry of Sports.

The stadium is set to be one of the largest sports stadiums globally, and it will serve as the main venue for the Saudi national team and host major sporting events and activities. It will cover an area exceeding 660,000 square meters, featuring a variety of amenities for different sports activities.

The site will also include commercial centers and recreational areas accessible to all age groups throughout the day, making it an attractive destination for visitors from both inside and outside the Kingdom.

The main area of the stadium will have a seating capacity of 92,000, including a royal box with 150 seats, 120 hospitality suites, 300 VIP seats, and 2,200 seats for dignitaries. It will also have sustainable cooling systems for both the audience seats and the playing field.

Visitors can also also enjoy internal gardens and a walking track on the stadium’s roof with a spectacular view of King Abdulaziz Park, offering an exceptional experience., said the report.

The stadium is going to be located in the northern part of Riyadh on King Salman Road, adjacent to King Abdulaziz Park. The stadium will also benefit from its proximity to key city locations such as King Khalid International Airport. It will also be connected to Riyadh’s train station and major road networks, facilitating easy access from all parts of the city.

Key features of the stadium include two auxiliary training fields, fan zones, an indoor sports hall, an Olympic swimming pool, and an athletics track. Outdoor courts for volleyball, basketball, and padel will also be available, catering to various sports activities for all age groups. All these facilities will be connected by a 9-kilometer sports trail around King Abdulaziz Park, said the report.

The design for the stadium, which is set to be completed for the fourth quarter of 2029, ere selected from several submissions by six international companies. These designs were chosen to meet FIFA’s requirements and uphold standards of sustainability and architectural excellence.