Estádio Municipal Walter Ribeiro, Municipal football stadium in Sorocaba, Brazil
The Estádio Municipal Walter Ribeiro is a football stadium in Sorocaba with four grandstand sections accommodating around 13,700 spectators. The facility features a natural grass pitch laid out with standard dimensions for matches.
The stadium opened in 1978 and has served as the primary home ground for Esporte Clube São Bento since then. It was built as a central sports venue for the city of Sorocaba.
The stadium functions as a central meeting point where residents of Sorocaba gather for football matches and community events that shape local life. It reflects how the city values sports as part of its social fabric.
The stadium is located near Avenida Pereira da Silva in the Jardim Santa Rosália district and is accessible by road. It is best to arrive early on match days to secure parking and avoid crowds in the surrounding area.
The venue operates as a Community Integration Center, combining sports facilities with spaces for social and educational programs beyond football. This dual purpose makes it serve the broader community throughout the year.
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