Hazza bin Zayed Stadium, Football stadium in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.
Hazza bin Zayed Stadium is a football stadium in Al Ain featuring a distinctive parasol roof design and an LED-lit exterior facade shaped like a palm tree trunk. The venue holds around 25,000 spectators and combines membrane panels with steel structures to shade visitors while allowing natural grass to grow.
Construction of the stadium began in 2012 and was completed two years later, making it a major infrastructure project for the region. Following its opening, it quickly became a modern sports hub for the city and has hosted international football competitions.
The stadium is home to Al Ain Football Club and holds deep meaning for local supporters and the community. On match days, it becomes a gathering place where people come together to share their passion for the sport.
The stadium is located in Al Ain and accessible by car or public transport; arrive early to secure parking. The membrane structure provides good shade, which offers relief during hot weather.
The stadium won the Stadium of the Year award in 2014, earning international recognition for innovative sports architecture. It also served as a venue for several important football matches during a major Asian tournament.
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