Park Road Stadium, Football stadium in Cheadle, Greater Manchester, England
Park Road Stadium is a football ground in Cheadle with seating for around 1,200 people, including 100 allocated seats for designated areas. The facility includes a main stand and floodlighting to enable evening matches.
The ground began in the 1950s as a training facility for Manchester City. In 1982 it became the home for Grasmere Rovers, marking the start of its role as a community football venue.
The ground hosts both men's and women's football teams, with local supporters regularly gathering to watch matches and youth training sessions. It functions as a focal point for grassroots football in the area.
The ground has floodlights installed since 1995, which allow evening matches to take place throughout the year. Visitors should check in advance which fixtures are scheduled, as matches follow a seasonal calendar.
During the 1966 FIFA World Cup, Portugal's national team used this ground as their training base while competing in England. This brief international spotlight brought unexpected attention to the local venue.
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