Estádio da Mata Real, Football stadium in Paços de Ferreira, Portugal
Estádio da Mata Real, also known as Estádio Capital do Móvel, is a football stadium in Paços de Ferreira, Portugal. It has a seating capacity of 9,076 and serves as the home ground for Futebol Clube Paços de Ferreira.
The stadium was built in 1973 under the name Estádio da Mata Real. It was renovated twice between 2000 and 2013, and in 2017 a new north stand opened, raising capacity to 9,076.
The stadium is a central gathering place for local football fans, who fill the stands on match days to support their team. The name Capital do Móvel reflects the city's furniture industry, and the stadium carries that identity onto the field.
The stadium is in the city of Paços de Ferreira, with access via local roads and public transport. Visitors should check the schedule of events and arrive early to find parking and settle in.
The stadium's name changed to Estádio Capital do Móvel in 2017, but many locals still call it Mata Real. The north stand added in 2017 was built with modern facilities, improving the matchday experience.
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