Estadio Huancayo, Football stadium in Huancayo, Peru
Estadio Huancayo is a football stadium in the Ocopilla neighbourhood of Huancayo, Peru, at 3,259 metres above sea level. It has a capacity of 20,000 spectators, split evenly between the 10,000-seat west (occidente) and 10,000-seat east (oriente) stands, and is fitted with floodlights. It stands on land expropriated from the old Estadio Edilberto Chávez.
The stadium was built under Law No. 14700, issued in 1963 during Fernando Belaúnde's first government and promoted by APRA deputy Alfredo Sarmiento Espejo; its construction required expropriating the old Estadio Edilberto Chávez. It was long known as IV Centenario, and in 2000, when Deportivo Wanka brought professional football back to Huancayo, it took its current name. On 16 September 2008 it hosted its first international match, Sport Áncash vs Ñublense (4-0).
The stadium functions as a central gathering place for the local community during match days, with supporters showing strong devotion to their teams. Fans fill the stands to witness regional and national competitions, making it a focal point for sports enthusiasm in the city.
The stadium sits at approximately 3,250 meters (10,660 feet) elevation in the mountain region, which visitors should keep in mind when planning a visit. Multiple entrances serve different sections for home and visiting supporters, making access straightforward on match days.
The extreme elevation affects how the game is played, as the thin mountain air changes the ball's trajectory and tires players more quickly. Teams must adapt their playing style to handle these distinct physical conditions effectively.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 92,899 contributors worldwide.
