Estádio José Alvalade
| Official Stadium Name | Estádio José Alvalade |
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| Inauguration Date | 06/08/2003 |
| Opening Game | Sporting  3-1  Manchester United |
| Opening Game Date | 06/08/2003 |
| Attendance Record | 50046 |
| Record Match | Sporting 1-2  Real Madrid |
| Record Date | 22/11/2016 |
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| Design | Tomás Taveira |
| Cost | € 125 million |
| Owner | Sporting |
| Operator | Sporting |
| Tenants | Sporting (2003-present) |
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| Pitch Dimension | 105x68 meters |
| Surface | Grasse |
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Stadium History
The second-largest stadium in Lisbon and the third-largest in Portugal, Estádio José Alvalade, was completed in August 2003 in preparation for the 2004 European Championship. This tournament provided an opportunity to secure public backing for the redevelopment of the old José Alvalade stadium. A brand-new venue was constructed adjacent to the original one. Designed by Portuguese architect Tomás Taveira, known for his vibrant and colorful stadiums, the new venue reflects the club’s colors and continues the legacy of Alvalade with the addition of the “XXI” suffix, symbolizing its continuation of a rich history.
The stadium accommodates over 50,000 spectators and includes 1,600 parking spaces. It also features extensive facilities, such as a conference center, a supermarket, club offices, and is home to various other entities.
In 2004, Estádio José Alvalade hosted four matches of the European Championship, and in 2005, it was the venue for the UEFA Cup final, where Sporting CP— the stadium’s owner—reached the final but lost to CSKA Moscow. The stadium has also hosted several matches for Portugal’s national team.