Estádio Municipal Radialista Mário Helênio, Football stadium in Juiz de Fora, Brazil
Estádio Municipal Radialista Mário Helênio is a football stadium in Juiz de Fora, Brazil. It has a main grandstand and open terraces, with a capacity of around 30,000 spectators.
The stadium opened in 1984 and has since hosted matches for local clubs and occasional national competitions. It was renovated in the 2010s to improve facilities and seating.
On match days, the air fills with the smell of grilled meat and the sound of drums from the supporters' groups. The stadium is a gathering place for local football fans, who come to support their teams with flags and chants.
The stadium is on the outskirts of the city, so allow extra time to get there. Access is easiest by car or bus, and the main entrance is on the west side.
The stadium is named after a local radio broadcaster, Mário Helênio, who was a well-known sports commentator in Juiz de Fora. Its nickname, 'Mário Helênio', is often used by fans instead of the full name.
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