Estadio del Ejército, Military stadium in Guatemala City, Guatemala
Estadio del Ejército was a military sports facility featuring a natural grass field surrounded by concrete bleachers with capacity for about 13,300 spectators in an open-air setting. The venue hosted various sporting events and competitions throughout its operational years.
Aurora F.C. began planning its own ground in the early 1960s under president Adrián Rodríguez, who sought funds from Defence Minister Rafael Arreaga Bosque and head of state Enrique Peralta Azurdia. Work started on an existing stadium; the remodelled pitch was inaugurated on 3 October 1964, with a wooden stand later replaced by the main tribune. The General Sur stand, the last built, opened on 2 April 1970. Demolition of part of the stadium began in December 2021.
The stadium was the home ground of Aurora F.C., and its wooden stand was later replaced by the main tribune. On 15 September 2007 it hosted the opening concert of Héroes del Silencio's Tour 2007, drawing some 24,000 people after the band's 11-year break; Daddy Yankee, Shakira and Def Leppard also performed there.
The location was accessible by public transportation with parking available for visitors attending events. Being an open-air facility meant weather and daylight conditions affected events held there.
The stadium operated exclusively under military control, which set it apart from typical civilian sports venues in the city. This military status meant access was restricted compared to other public sports facilities.
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