Stadio Comunale Giovanni Celeste, Municipal football stadium in Gazzi district, Messina, Italy.
Stadio Comunale Giovanni Celeste is a football stadium in the Gazzi district of Messina that can hold around 11,900 spectators. The facility has a grass pitch and is used primarily for local football matches.
The stadium was built in 1931 and opened in 1932, receiving its current name in 1948 to honor a local football figure. This naming connects the venue to the broader history of the post-war period.
The venue marked its position in Italian football when it hosted a record attendance of 28,000 spectators during a match against Milan in February 1964.
The stadium is located in the Gazzi district and is accessible by public transport that serves the area. Visitors should check ahead before attending a match, as access may depend on scheduled events.
The ground has hosted international matches and throughout its long history has been home to various teams from the region. This varied use makes it an important gathering place for local sports fans across several decades.
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