Ryavallen, Multi-purpose sports stadium in Borås, Sweden
Ryavallen is a multi-purpose sports stadium in Borås with a grass field measuring 105 by 65 meters surrounded by an outdoor athletics track. The venue accommodates approximately 19,400 spectators and sits next to the indoor sports hall Ryahallen.
The stadium opened on August 17, 1941, with a soccer match where IF Elfsborg defeated the Swedish national team. During the 1958 FIFA World Cup, it hosted two matches, including a game between the Soviet Union and Austria.
During the 1958 FIFA World Cup, the stadium hosted two matches, including a notable game between the Soviet Union and Austria.
The stadium is located at Ålgårdsvägen 32 in Borås and offers facilities for athletics and soccer events. Visitors will find seating areas for various competitions and direct access to the adjacent sports complex.
The venue set its attendance record in 1961 during a match between IF Elfsborg and IFK Norrköping with approximately 22,600 spectators. This remarkable turnout reflects how passionate local soccer fans were about supporting their teams.
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