Estadio Elías Aguirre, Football stadium in Chiclayo, Peru
Estadio Elías Aguirre is a football stadium in Chiclayo, Peru. It has a natural grass pitch surrounded by covered stands on all four sides, with a total capacity of around 25,000 spectators.
The stadium opened in the 1970s and was named after Elías Aguirre, a Peruvian naval hero. It has since undergone renovations to meet modern standards and has hosted matches in national competitions.
On match days, the stands fill with fans wearing the blue and white colors of Juan Aurich, the local team. The roar of the crowd and the smell of grilled meat from street vendors create a lively scene outside the gates.
The stadium is in the northern part of Chiclayo, easily reached by taxi or local bus. Visitors should check the schedule for match days, as the area gets crowded and tickets are sold at the box office.
The stadium is built on the site of an old landfill, and its construction required significant earthworks. It is also one of the few stadiums in Peru with a running track around the pitch.
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