Abubarkar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Football stadium in Bauchi State, Nigeria
Abubarkar Tafawa Balewa Stadium is a football venue in Bauchi State with modern facilities for international competition. The facility holds 25,000 spectators and features a synthetic turf field, LED scoreboards, floodlighting systems, and an Olympic-size swimming pool with ten lanes.
The stadium was established in 1963 as the home ground for Railway Football Club and grew significantly in the years that followed. Between 1964 and 1966, major expansions took place that transformed it into a significant regional venue.
The stadium serves as home to Wikki Tourists football club and draws supporters from across the region who gather to watch their teams play. Local fans view the venue as an important gathering place for sports events and regional championships.
The venue is easily accessible and includes facilities like a media center and security camera systems for monitoring. Visitors should consider the local traffic situation and allow adequate time for travel to reach the site.
The venue hosted three international matches during the 2009 FIFA U-17 World Cup, including a game between Nigeria and Argentina. That match attracted more than 11,000 spectators and highlights the stadium's importance on the world stage.
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