Brighton & Hove Albion Women
Brighton Women are set to make history with the construction of Europe's first purpose-built women's stadium. The new ground, located next to the American Express Stadium, will have a capacity of at least 10,000 seats and feature bespoke facilities for the women's team, staff, and supporters.
What's special about the stadium?
The stadium will be designed with the needs of female athletes in mind, including a pitch with 'safer grass' to help prevent injuries. The club is undertaking research to determine the best type of grass for the pitch.
Why it matters for Brighton Women
The new stadium will provide a unique selling point for the club, helping to attract top players and fans. Fran Kirby, Brighton's forward, expressed her excitement about the project, saying it's great to have a club investing in research around women's injuries.
What comes next?
The stadium is expected to be completed by the 2030-31 season, subject to planning approvals. The club has spoken to Kansas City and hopes to visit their stadium as part of their research. The architecture design company KSS, which designed the Amex, is leading the project.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 10,000 seats |
| Location | Next to American Express Stadium |
| Completion date | 2030-31 season |
| Designer | KSS |
