Stade du 26 Mars, National football stadium in Bamako, Mali
The Stade du 26 Mars is a football stadium in Bamako with a capacity of around 50,000 seats spread across multiple levels of concrete stands. The grandstands surround the central pitch and can hold large crowds for matches and events.
The stadium opened on December 31, 2001, marking an upgrade to Mali's sports facilities. It replaced the previous national venue that had hosted major sporting events before then.
The stadium's name comes from March 26, 1991, when people in Mali took to the streets to push for democratic change. This date marks a turning point that the venue commemorates through its title.
The venue is located in central Bamako and is accessible by public transport. On match days, it gets very crowded, so arriving early helps you find a good spot.
The venue hosts CO Bamako football club and also serves as the primary home ground for Mali's national team. It stands as the main center for both local and international football matches in the country.
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