Amman International Stadium, Sport stadium in Al-Hussein City, Jordan
Amman International Stadium is a football facility in Al-Hussein City featuring a natural grass pitch measuring 110 meters by 74 meters, with a running track circling the field for athletic events. The venue serves primarily as home ground for local football clubs and hosts both domestic and international matches.
The stadium was built starting in 1964 as part of Jordan's sports infrastructure expansion plan and opened officially in 1968. Over the decades, it became one of the country's main venues for football and athletic competitions.
The stadium hosts matches between local football clubs Al-Faisaly and Al-Wehdat, whose rivalry reflects different segments of Jordanian society and draws passionate supporters from across the city.
The stadium operates on a cashless system, so visitors should use card payments or digital methods for all purchases within the facility. Plan to arrive early and wear comfortable shoes, as the venue covers a large area and you may need to walk to your seating section.
The stadium hosted matches from the 2016 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup and also served as a venue for WAFF Women's Championships, bringing international youth and women's football to the city. These high-profile events put the facility on the global sports calendar for a time.
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