Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, Football stadium in Elche, Spain
Description
Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero is a football stadium in Elche with four covered grandstands arranged symmetrically around the playing field. The facility accommodates approximately 31,388 spectators and includes functional areas such as press sections, locker rooms, and executive boxes.
History
The stadium opened on September 8, 1976, marking a turning point for professional football in the Valencia region. This opening gave the local team a permanent home for its matches.
Culture
The stadium bears the name of a local leader who advanced football infrastructure in the Elche community. The name reflects how deeply the city values this sport and its role in local identity.
Practical
The stadium offers guided tours through its facilities, where visitors can see the press areas, locker rooms, and executive boxes. It helps to check tour availability beforehand and allow time to explore the different sections of the venue.
Did you know?
A planned renovation introduces white twisted elements in the facade design that interact with the green spaces surrounding the stadium. This design is intended to strengthen the connection between the sports structure and its surrounding landscape.
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