Batakan Stadium, Football stadium in Balikpapan, Indonesia.
Batakan Stadium is a football venue in Balikpapan with seating capacity for about 40,000 spectators and a grass pitch. The stands surround the playing field directly without an athletic track in between.
Construction of this facility started in 2011 and was completed with its opening in 2017. The project adopted a European design approach to bring spectators closer to the action.
The venue hosts two professional teams that compete in different leagues and draw support from local fans. Spectators sit close to the playing field, creating an immediate connection between supporters and players.
The venue is easy to reach and offers different seating sections on match days to suit various preferences. Visitors should arrive early to find their seats and avoid congestion in the aisles.
This facility was designed following a European model that is rarely seen in the region. The close proximity between spectators and the playing surface creates an intense match environment that is unusual for local football culture.
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