Estadio Hernán Ramírez Villegas, football stadium
The Estadio Hernán Ramírez Villegas is a football stadium in Pereira, Colombia, spanning more than 17,000 square meters with modern steel construction. The roof protects spectators from rain and sun, while the pitch and stands are built to modern international standards.
Planning for the stadium began in the 1960s, and the community participated in an organized civic work project in 1962 to make it happen. It opened in 1971 and was substantially modernized for the 2011 U-20 World Cup, transforming it into Pereira's contemporary infrastructure.
The stadium has been a gathering place for people in Pereira since its opening, where football brings the community together. On match days, visitors experience how the sport connects neighbors and strangers, turning everyday moments into shared memories.
Access is well organized, with clear signage for pedestrians and parking nearby. On match days, arriving early is recommended to avoid queues and proceed through entry points smoothly.
The stadium is famous for a goal scored by Maradona in 1980 during a friendly match between Deportivo Pereira and Argentinos Juniors, which he later recognized as one of his best moments. The goal came after Maradona dribbled past several opponents from midfield and scored from a difficult angle.
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