Rođeni Stadium, Football stadium in Vrapčići district, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Rođeni Stadium is a football facility in Vrapčići that holds 7,000 spectators across seated and standing areas on a grass pitch. The playing surface meets standard dimensions, and the venue includes basic facilities for running matches and hosting crowds.
The stadium opened in 1995 after the war, providing FK Velež Mostar with a new home following years of displacement. This opening represented the club's return to stable ground and the beginning of a new chapter for the team in the Vrapčići area.
The stadium name emerged from a public vote by supporters who chose a term reflecting FK Velež Mostar's identity as their adopted home. Match days bring local fans together here, turning the grounds into a gathering place where community bonds around the club feel tangible and shared.
The stadium is located in a straightforward area and provides basic food and beverage stands for visitors on match days. The venue is largely open-air, so plan accordingly for sun, rain, or changing weather conditions during your visit.
A public vote in 2017 determined the stadium's name, with supporters choosing a term expressing their sense of belonging to the club. This democratic naming process is uncommon and reveals how deeply rooted the relationship is between the team and its followers.
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