Estádio Cornélio de Barros, Football stadium in Salgueiro, Brazil.
Estádio Cornélio de Barros stands as a medium-sized football venue with a capacity of approximately 11,000 spectators, featuring grass playing surface and basic facilities including locker rooms, bleachers, and press areas for regional competitions.
The stadium officially opened on July 2, 1970, and underwent significant renovation and expansion in 2012 that lasted eight months, modernizing its infrastructure to accommodate the growing success of Salgueiro Atlético Clube.
The venue serves as more than a sports facility, functioning as a social gathering point where passionate local supporters unite around their love for football, creating lasting traditions and collective experiences that strengthen community bonds.
Located centrally in Salgueiro at coordinates -8.075833, -39.119444, the stadium offers accessible transportation connections and parking facilities, though visitors are advised to arrive early due to limited spaces during popular matches.
The stadium earned the nickname Salgueirão among locals and has witnessed memorable victories that helped define regional football identity, including matches against nationally recognized teams in Copa do Brasil competitions.
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