Estádio Ismael Benigno, Football stadium in Manaus, Brazil.
The Estádio Ismael Benigno is a football stadium in Manaus with a grass pitch and covered stands that hold approximately 16,000 spectators. The facility serves as a venue for domestic league matches and regional football competitions.
The stadium opened in 1961 and became a key venue for football in Manaus from its earliest years. Over the decades, it has hosted numerous regional and national matches that shaped the sport's development in the area.
This is the home ground of São Raimundo Esporte Clube and serves as a gathering place for football fans in the Amazon region. The stadium brings the local community together during match days, reinforcing the sport's importance in the city's social life.
The stadium is located in the southern part of Manaus and is accessible by local public transportation from downtown. Visitors should prepare for hot, humid weather typical of the region and bring water or sun protection.
The stadium hosted the Suriname national football team in 2000, drawing one of its largest crowds. This match stands out as a memorable international encounter in the venue's sporting history.
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