Estadio Defensores del Chaco, Football stadium in Asunción, Paraguay
Estadio Defensores del Chaco is a football stadium in Asunción with four covered stands positioned on the sides and ends of the field. The venue accommodates more than 42,000 spectators across different seating levels.
The stadium opened in 1917 as Stadium de Sajonia and later served as a military base during the Chaco War. Its current name honors the war veterans who defended the nation during that conflict.
The stadium brings together supporters from across the city who gather to cheer for their teams and share important moments together. The energy during matches shows how deeply football is woven into the local community's identity.
The stadium sits in central Asunción and is easily reached by public transport from different parts of the city. Arriving early gives you time to explore the grounds and get oriented at your own pace.
The stadium hosted the inaugural Copa Libertadores final in 1960, a turning point for South American football competition. This event established the venue as a landmark location in the continent's sports history.
Location: Asunción
Inception: 1917
Official opening: 1917
Capacity: 42354
GPS coordinates: -25.29207,-57.65738
Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:21
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