78-539: Allianz Field is a soccer-specific stadium in Saint Paul, Minnesota , home to Minnesota United FC of Major League Soccer (MLS). Opening in 2019, the 19,400-seat stadium was designed by Populous , during the club's third MLS season. It is located near Interstate 94 and Snelling Avenue . On October 23, 2015, team owners announced that Minnesota United would build a stadium on the 35-acre (14 ha) Saint Paul bus barn site. The stadium seats approximately 19,400,
156-761: A big-box store was pursued for the site but not built. The site was acquired decades earlier by the Metropolitan Council with help from the Federal Transit Administration so development of the site required federal government approval. The property had been the Snelling Shops, where streetcars were built and maintained for the Twin City Rapid Transit Company . The stadium itself primarily sits on this property. On July 25, 2017, Allianz Life
234-639: A brewpub , named Brew Hall, and a manual scoreboard and 90-minute clock that were designed to resemble fixtures at the former home, National Sports Center in Blaine . The stadium was designed by Populous with deliberate sightlines and an "intimate atmosphere" in mind. The pitch sits 16 inches (41 cm) above the first row of seats and is composed of 97,000 square feet (9,000 m) of turf from Heath Farms in Wisconsin, installed in October 2019 to replace
312-551: A 0–0 draw. On June 10, 2014, the stadium hosted an international friendly before the 2014 FIFA World Cup between the Republic of Ireland and Portugal with Portugal beating Ireland 5–1. On September 9, 2014, the stadium hosted an international friendly between Brazil and Ecuador with Brazil victorious 1–0. On March 31, 2015, the stadium hosted an international friendly rematch of Argentina and Ecuador with Argentina prevailing 2–1 in front of 48,000 fans. On July 19, 2015,
390-501: A 2–1 victory for Real Madrid. On September 7, 2018, the stadium hosted the United States and Brazil in an international friendly match as part of U.S. Soccer's "Kickoff Series", which Brazil won by a score of 2–0 with goals from Roberto Firmino and Neymar . On September 11, 2018, the stadium hosted an international friendly between Colombia and Argentina. On July 29, 2019, during the 2019 International Champions Cup ,
468-410: A cold-weather city would host it. Normally, Super Bowls must be held in indoor climate-controlled stadiums if they are held in a city with an average temperature lower than 50 °F (10 °C). However, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell waived this requirement and allowed MetLife Stadium on the ballot because of a "unique, once-only circumstance based on the opportunity to celebrate the new stadium and
546-556: A fourth green space will be placed along University Avenue, near Snelling Avenue Station . Pascal Green will be on the east of the stadium; United Champion Plaza will be on the southwest corner; Victory Plaza will be on the north; and Midway Square will be north of Victory Plaza, along Snelling Avenue. Midway Square and Victory Plaza will express the north-south axis of the stadium. These green spaces are planned to be progressively introduced in phases as property owner RK Midway waits for existing leases on its current tenants to end. However,
624-619: A new stadium, the other team would have to remain for the remainder of the lease. However, the high cost of building and relocating to a stadium makes it very unlikely. The teams also get parking revenue from the Meadowlands' western parking lots year round, even when there are no events at the stadium (this would occur when other parts of the Meadowlands host events). Allianz , a financial services and insurance company based in Munich , Germany, expressed interest in purchasing naming rights to
702-488: A number of other new NFL venues, MetLife Stadium does not have a roof, as proposals to include a roof failed, over a dispute for funding. Thus, indoor events such as the Final Four cannot be held at the facility, which runs counter to the original aims for a new arena in northern New Jersey. Ten giant HD -ready light emitting diode (LED) pylons, located at the north, south, east, and west entrances, display videos of
780-503: A permanent stage at one end of the stadium used for staging concerts. A soccer-specific stadium typically has amenities, dimensions and scale suitable for soccer in North America, including a scoreboard, video screen, luxury suites and possibly a roof. The field dimensions are within the range found optimal by FIFA : 110–120 yards (100–110 m) long by 70–80 yards (64–75 m) wide. These soccer field dimensions are wider than
858-456: A traditional look of exposed steel framework and rusticated stone while the Jets wanted a sleek and modern look highlighted by metal and glass. With those features in mind the designers used the column/tower dynamic seen in many of Manhattan's skyscrapers as inspiration for the stadium's design. The base of the stadium's facade is clad in limestone -like stonework while the rest of the stadium
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#1732787339101936-489: Is also designed for soccer . To prepare for a match, the stadium uses retractable seating in the field level corners to fit a FIFA -sanctioned soccer field. Along with being noted for providing exceptional sight-lines, this has allowed the stadium to host several major international matches. The first international exhibition match was between Mexico and Ecuador on May 7, 2010, in front of 77,507 fans. The stadium hosted another international exhibition soccer match between
1014-570: Is distinguished by an outer skin of aluminum louvers and glass and by interior lighting capable of switching colors, depending on which team is currently playing–blue for the Giants and green for the Jets. This idea originated at the Allianz Arena in Munich , Germany; which was previously shared between the city's two major soccer clubs, Bayern Munich and 1860 Munich . Unlike Giants Stadium, MetLife Stadium can easily be reconfigured for
1092-425: Is generally between 18,000 and 30,000 for a Major League Soccer franchise, or smaller for college or minor league soccer teams. This is in comparison to the much larger American football stadiums that mostly range between 60,000 and 80,000 in which the original North American Soccer League teams played and most MLS teams occupied during the league's inception. As opposed to gridiron-style football stadiums, where
1170-815: Is located on several major transit routes, including the Snelling Avenue light rail station on the Metro Green Line and a set of stops served by the A Line bus rapid transit route. The venue has fewer than 1,000 spaces of on-site parking, instead relying on public transit and off-site lots with shuttle buses. Minnesota United has also organized several designated areas for vehicle for hire pickups and dropoffs, as well as 400 parking spaces for bicycles. The city government of Saint Paul projects that 38 percent of match attendees will use public transit, while 23 percent will use off-site parking lots with shuttles, and 11 percent will use private parking closer to
1248-589: Is particularly visible in European American football leagues and conflicts between teams sharing the stadium (a notable example are Eintracht Braunschweig and the Braunschweig Lions which share a stadium) and (often municipal) owners of the stadiums sometimes arise, leading to attempts at single sport-specific venues. In Australia the term has much the same meaning as that in the United States. The dominance of Australian rules football in
1326-616: Is sometimes used in countries where the sport is known as football rather than soccer, although the term is not common in countries where football is the dominant sport and thus football-specific stadiums are quite common. The term tends to have a slightly different meaning in these countries, usually referring to a stadium without an athletics track surrounding the field. Some soccer stadiums in Europe are also used for other sports, including rugby, American football, and field hockey. The problem with oversized stadiums designed for another sport
1404-630: Is the fifth building in the New York metropolitan area to be home to multiple teams from the same sports league, after the Polo Grounds , which was home to the baseball Giants and Yankees from 1913 to 1922, the third Madison Square Garden which hosted the NHL 's Rangers and Americans from 1926 to 1942, Shea Stadium , which housed both the Mets and Yankees during the 1974 and 1975 seasons and both
1482-406: Is to host soccer matches, as opposed to a multi-purpose stadium which is for a variety of sports. A soccer-specific stadium may host other sporting events (such as lacrosse , American football and rugby ) and concerts, but the design and purpose of a soccer-specific stadium is primarily for soccer. Some facilities (for example SeatGeek Stadium , Toyota Stadium and Historic Crew Stadium ) have
1560-562: Is to report the progress on its goals to EPA every six months. Based on the reports, the EPA has stated it will quantify the benefits of the venue's environmental efforts. MetLife Stadium is accessible by car via Exit 16W on the western spur of the New Jersey Turnpike ( I-95 ) and is also located adjacent to NJ Route 3 and NJ Route 120 . Coach USA provides the 351 Meadowlands Express Bus service between MetLife Stadium and
1638-430: The 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup . Costa Rica played Honduras to a 1–1 draw with Honduras winning on penalties 4–2 in the first match. The second match featured Mexico against Guatemala with Mexico winning 2–1. On June 9, 2012, Argentina and Brazil played a friendly match, with Argentina winning in a thrilling 4–3 match featuring a Lionel Messi hat-trick . Another exhibition match in preparation for 2014 FIFA World Cup
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#17327873391011716-400: The 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup was held at Allianz Field on June 18, 2019. On February 2, 2022 the United States men's team hosted Honduras at the stadium in a World Cup qualifier, winning 3–0. Two Hondurans were substituted due to hypothermia, and their coach Hernán Darío Gómez attacked the choice of venue as unsuitable. US coach Gregg Berhalter said that the venue was chosen to be close to
1794-650: The National Football League (NFL). It is also scheduled to host the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup . At an approximate cost of $ 1.6 billion, it was the most expensive stadium built in the United States at the time of its completion. MetLife Stadium is one of two NFL stadiums shared by two teams, the other is SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California , home to the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers . Additionally, MetLife Stadium
1872-541: The Port Authority Bus Terminal . New Jersey Transit provides the 353 Bus service for select events between MetLife Stadium and Secaucus Junction . The Meadowlands Rail Line operates on event days between Meadowlands station and Hoboken Terminal via Secaucus Junction, where there is connecting service to Pennsylvania Station (New York City) , Pennsylvania Station (Newark) , and other New Jersey Transit rail operations . The line opened to
1950-482: The United States and Brazil on August 10, 2010. Brazil won 2–0 in front of a near-sellout crowd of 77,223; the game was played on a temporary grass field. On March 26, 2011, the stadium hosted an international friendly, between the United States and Argentina , which ended in a 1–1 draw and was played in front of a sellout crowd of 78,926. On June 18, 2011, the stadium hosted two quarter-final matches of
2028-412: The largest NFL stadium in terms of total seating . The seating bowl is also raked in a way that eliminates overhangs from the upper decks that would impede views and allows fans to see the full arc of a 90-foot (30 yd) punt. MetLife Stadium includes a total of four locker rooms: one each for the Giants and Jets, as well as two for visiting teams. The home teams have locker rooms on opposite ends of
2106-483: The professional wrestling promotion WWE . WrestleMania 29 was held at MetLife Stadium on April 7, 2013. With 80,676 spectators, it was the third most-attended event in WWE history, and the highest-grossing event in WWE history at $ 12.3 million. Six years later, MetLife Stadium hosted WrestleMania 35 on April 7, 2019, overtaking WrestleMania 29 with an attendance of 82,265, and $ 16.9 million in revenue. MetLife Stadium
2184-404: The 1990s, after the multi-purpose stadium era. The term "soccer-specific stadium" was coined by Lamar Hunt , who financed the construction of Columbus Crew Stadium , the first soccer-specific stadium constructed specifically for Major League Soccer. In the 2000s, other Major League Soccer teams in the United States began constructing their own stadiums. Canada's first soccer-specific stadium
2262-531: The 40 sections of Act Global UBU Speed Series which make up the teams' respective end zones . Replaceable team logos at midfield were removed in August 2010, after Domenik Hixon tore his anterior cruciate ligament at a practice at the stadium during training camp. For the next decade, the NFL's logo was painted at midfield, instead of the logo of one of the teams, also shortening the transition time. However, in 2023,
2340-462: The Giants and the Jets along with other hues for events such as concerts, soccer matches, and college sports. The panels generate about 350 KW, nearly 25 times the amount of electricity that's actually needed to power the LED display system. The excess power generated can go into the general stadium use or back to the grid. In January 2024, renovations began on the lower bowl of MetLife Stadium to enlarge
2418-407: The Giants announced they would paint their team logo at midfield during their home games, with the Jets likewise doing the same approach. The paint is formulated to be easily dissolved by water to ensure it can be quickly removed, and as such it is not expected to be used when precipitation is expected. If the two teams are playing each other, the designated home team will have its configuration around
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2496-408: The Giants or Jets within a matter of hours. The louvers' total linear length is exactly 50,000 meters (50 kilometers) or 163,681 feet (31.1 miles). Front row 50 yard line seats are 46 feet (14 m) away from the sideline , which is the shortest distance of all NFL stadiums. To change the field decorations, two 4-person crews take approximately 18 hours using forklifts and other machinery to remove
2574-459: The Jets and Giants in 1975, and Giants Stadium, which hosted both the Giants and Jets from 1984 to 2009. MetLife Stadium hosted Super Bowl XLVIII and will host multiple matches during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup , including both finals . It is the largest stadium in New Jersey with a capacity of over 80,000. As Giants Stadium approached 30 years of age, it
2652-525: The Midway Shopping Center – strip mall owner RK Midway of New York faced lease complications with its smaller tenants. Industry analysts say intense competition between the grocery company SuperValu (which operated Rainbow within the strip mall) and rivals, primarily Hy-Vee, made it unlikely that Rainbow would terminate its lease early without a signed guarantee against a competitor moving into the shopping center. A ceremonial groundbreaking
2730-542: The Year" by the Stadium Business Summit. The award is awarded to the world's best stadium, arena or sports venue, that deserves recognition for an outstanding performance over a 12-month period. On May 25, 2010, it was announced that Super Bowl XLVIII was awarded to the stadium, the first time a Super Bowl would be played in the New York metropolitan area , and the first time that a non-domed stadium in
2808-407: The adjacent visitor's room for spillover. In 2012, DLR Group partnered with NRG Energy to design and install a "Solar Ring" on the upper rim of MetLife Stadium. The Solar Ring consists of 1,350 building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solar panels assembled into 47 individual frames. The BIPV panels are illuminated with LED lighting and programmed to display the signature blue and green colors of
2886-398: The centennial of South America's soccer federation CONMEBOL . After a 0–0 draw after extra time, Chile beat Argentina 4–2 on penalties to win the tournament. On August 3, 2016, MetLife Stadium hosted a 2016 International Champions Cup match between Real Madrid and FC Bayern Munich ; Real Madrid won the match 1–0. On July 22, 2017, a match of the 2017 International Champions Cup
2964-415: The construction and operation of MetLife Stadium. The agreement includes strategies to reduce air pollution, conserve water, and energy, improve waste management, and reduce the environmental impact of construction. The goal of the agreement is to save the emission of nearly 1.68 million metric tons of carbon dioxide during the stadium's construction and its first year of operation. Under this agreement,
3042-470: The existing precast concrete seating bowl will be demolished and replaced with a new modular steel composite seating system that includes related mechanical, electrical, audio visual and plumbing adjustments. Additionally, 1,740 permanent seats will be replaced with the new seating system. The design of the stadium makes it mainly accessible via automobile. The car-centric design of the stadium and adjacent areas frequently leads to traffic jams. In addition,
3120-424: The existing shopping center. The buildings occupied by Rainbow supermarket, Walgreens, Midway Pro Bowl and some adjoining spaces will be torn down. The masterplan calls for the redevelopment to be more pedestrian friendly, to accommodate large numbers of fans walking to and from the transit stations. The southern half of the site was formerly a bus barn used by Metro Transit until it was demolished in 2002. Later
3198-571: The fictional Star Wars universe, Allianz Field has gained the nickname "Cloud City." The stadium was planned to break ground in June 2016, but was delayed while the team awaited a tax-exemption from the state, similar to ones granted to other recent stadium projects. Despite the stadium construction being privately funded, the franchise owners stated that the tax-exemption was needed for the project's viability. In addition, because stadium construction would eliminate Rainbow Foods – an anchor tenant in
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3276-478: The field back to soccer to prepare for Minnesota United's first MLS Cup Playoffs match, played the following day against the LA Galaxy. Minnesota lost 2–1 and were subsequently knocked out of the playoffs. Soccer-specific stadium A soccer-specific stadium , mainly in the United States and Canada, is a sports stadium either purpose-built or fundamentally redesigned for soccer and whose primary function
3354-628: The front row of seats is elevated several feet above the field of play to allow spectators to see over the heads of substitute players and coaches on the sidelines, soccer-specific venues typically have the front row closer to the level of the pitch. In the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, first-division professional soccer leagues in the United States, such as the North American Soccer League and Major League Soccer, primarily used American football fields, many of which were oversized in terms of seating capacity and undersized in terms of
3432-585: The government of Nazi Germany during World War II . Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum, secretary general of the North American Board of Rabbis, noted however that while the survivors' sensibilities were understandable, a naming deal is legitimate, noting "I have found Allianz to be receptive, to be sensitive and a friend of the Jewish people today." No agreement was reached and talks between Allianz and the teams ended on September 12, 2008. On June 27, 2011, it
3510-521: The great heritage and history of the NFL in the New York region." The game was played on February 2, 2014. The temperature at kickoff was 49 °F (9 °C), making it only the third-coldest Super Bowl on record. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Denver Broncos 43–8 for their first Super Bowl victory. MetLife Stadium has twice hosted WrestleMania —the flagship pay-per-view event of
3588-641: The lower tier state league clubs own their own venues which also qualify as soccer specific. MetLife Stadium [REDACTED] [REDACTED] NJT Bus : 353 MetLife Stadium is an open-air multi-purpose stadium at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey , United States. It opened in 2010, replacing Giants Stadium , and serves as the home for the New York Giants and New York Jets of
3666-465: The original Kentucky bluegrass from Colorado that suffered from drainage issues. A glass-like polymer mesh oval exterior provides the stadium with a sleek facade. It is clad in PTFE , which covers the steel structure that holds the roof in place. With an overhang partially covering the field, the facade is expected to soften the noise towards the neighborhood. Color-changing LEDs light the exterior mesh in
3744-553: The playing field to meet necessary FIFA requirements to host the eight games, including the final, of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. To limit disruption of regular stadium usage, the project is being done in two phases. Phase I was completed in May 2024 and Phase II will commence in January 2025 and be completed in May 2025. To expand the field's dimensions for the tournament and maintain the current NFL seating capacity and layout, four corners of
3822-634: The previous game away in Canada, and that he did not complain when his team played in high humidity in Central America. The temperature at the starting whistle was 5 °F (−15 °C), making it the coldest match in the US team's history. The 2022 MLS All-Star Game was hosted at Allianz Field August 10. The MLS All-Stars competed against the Liga MX All-Stars winning the contest 2-1. It was
3900-449: The project was halted in 2005 due to opposition from a number of sources, including Cablevision , who owned the nearby Madison Square Garden at the time. The Giants then entered into a joint venture with the Jets to build a new stadium in which the two New York teams would be equal partners. The architects were tasked with designing a neutral stadium that would still embody the distinct personalities of both franchises. The Giants favored
3978-488: The public on July 26, 2009. MetLife Stadium enforces a clear bag policy, allowing only transparent bags no larger than 12”x6”x12” and small clutches of 4.5”x6.5”, with exceptions for medically necessary items after inspection. In 2009, MetLife Stadium was named the "Greenest Stadium" in the NFL by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In July 2017, MetLife Stadium was named "Venue of
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#17327873391014056-519: The regulation American football field width of 53 + 1 ⁄ 3 yards (48.8 m), or the 65-yard (59 m) width of a Canadian football field. The playing surface typically consists of grass as opposed to artificial turf , as the latter is generally disfavored for soccer matches since players are more susceptible to injuries. However, some soccer specific stadiums, such as Portland's Providence Park and Creighton University's Morrison Stadium , do have artificial turf. The seating capacity
4134-611: The same manner as Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany and MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The first tests of the lighting system in December 2018, which ran overnight in the fog, drew complaints from neighboring residents due to the intensity of the colors. The masterplan is pedestrian-oriented and designates 2.6 acres (1.1 ha) of outdoor gathering spaces. The stadium will be ringed by three grassy plazas and
4212-493: The second straight MLS victory over Liga MX. Minnesota United's own Dayne St. Clair earned MVP on the night by making four saves in front of his home fans. The first college football game at Allianz Field was a rivalry game between St. Thomas and St. John's ; it took place on October 19, 2019. St. John's won the game 38-20 in front of a crowd of 19,508. Following the St. Thomas–St. John's college football game, field crews switched
4290-633: The southern states means that unlike in New South Wales and Queensland , rectangular stadiums and grounds capable of hosting top level A-League soccer are rare. Hindmarsh Stadium in Adelaide, South Australia is an example of such a soccer-specific stadium, being built in the 1960s and progressively updated, the vast majority of matches played there are soccer, with very rare Rugby League or Rugby Union games. The Wyndham City Stadium and Wyndham Regional Football Facility are also examples. Many of
4368-498: The sports complex was not designed for pedestrian access to the stadium without jeopardizing safety. There are no sidewalks or pedestrian paths on the roads that access the stadium. Officials explicitly discourage pedestrians to walk to the stadium and in some cases forbid it due to safety concerns. The two teams formed the New Meadowlands Stadium Company, LLC, a 50/50 joint venture, to build and operate
4446-534: The stadium construction must use around 40,000 tons of recycled steel, recycle 20,000 tons of steel from Giants Stadium, install seating made from recycled plastic and scrap iron , and reduce air pollution from construction vehicles by using cleaner diesel fuel, diesel engine filters, and minimizing engine idle times. Other goals of this agreement include providing mass transit options for fans and replacing traditional concession plates, cups and carries with compostable alternatives. The New Meadowlands Stadium Corporation
4524-543: The stadium hosted hosted two quarter-final matches of the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup . Trinidad and Tobago played Panama to a 1–1 draw with Panama winning on penalties 6–5. The second match saw Mexico defeat Costa Rica 1–0. On June 26, 2016, the stadium hosted the final of the Copa América Centenario —a special U.S.-hosted edition of the Copa América tournament co-organized by CONCACAF , marking
4602-438: The stadium hosted the first Madrid derby held outside of Europe between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid , which Atlético won 7–3. On September 6, 2019, MetLife Stadium hosted the 70th all time meeting of the United States and Mexico with Mexico winning 3–0 in front of a crowd of 47,960. On July 23, 2023, the stadium hosted an international friendly between Premier League clubs Manchester United and Arsenal in front of
4680-510: The stadium was held on April 13, 2019, against New York City FC , which was attended by a sellout crowd of 19,796. The match ended in a 3–3 draw, with the first goal scored by Osvaldo Alonso in the 13th minute. A winter storm arrived in the Twin Cities the day before the match, requiring grounds crews to scrape away snow and ice from the stadium's seats and parts of the pitch. The United States men's national soccer team 's opening game of
4758-421: The stadium with a visitors' locker room adjacent to it. On most game days the visitors use the locker room at the end opposite that of the home team while the unused visitors' locker room is used for spillover by the home team. For games in which neither the Giants or Jets are playing, each team uses one of the visitor's locker rooms. When the Giants and Jets play each other, each team uses its own locker room plus
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#17327873391014836-441: The stadium. The stadium is a ring-shaped stadium, with seating for approximately 19,400 in the first phase and 24,474 in a future expansion that would fill the four corners. It has a safe standing terrace for 2,920 supporters, named the "Wonderwall" after the club's unofficial anthem , located behind the south-end goal. The single-tier Wonderwall terrace was designed with a 34.9 percent incline and has no seats. The north end has
4914-506: The stadium. During their annual preseason matchups, both the Giants and the Jets will have an end zone with their team logo. Additionally in 2023, the stadium installed a new artificial surface called the FieldTurf Core System, the first multilayer dual-polymer monofilament fiber surface. The new surface also contains heavyweight infill. Overall, the system should be more durable and lower incidences of player injury. Unlike
4992-511: The stadium. The proposal was for a period of up to 30 years, and was estimated to be valued at between $ 20 million and US$ 30 million. Allianz sponsors the venue that inspired the color-change technology for MetLife Stadium: Allianz Arena in Munich. Allianz's proposal drew protests from New York's Jewish community (the largest outside of Israel) and the Anti-Defamation League , due to Allianz previous close ties to
5070-572: The stadium. The two teams leased the parcel of land on which the stadium stands from the NJSEA for a 25-year term, with options to extend it which could eventually reach 97 years. After the 15th year of the lease, and every five years, hence; one of the two teams may opt out of the lease after giving the state 12 months notice. The first such opportunity to opt out will occur in 2025 with a notice date of 2024. There will then be an opportunity to opt out in 2030, 2035, 2040, etc... However, if one team leaves for
5148-436: The team currently in-house. The pylons measure approximately 54 feet (16 m) high by 20 feet (6.1 m) wide. Inside, are four 30 feet (9.1 m) by 116 feet (35 m) HD video displays, and hang from each corner of the upper deck. The new stadium seating bowl is laid out similar to that of Giants Stadium and has seating for 82,500 people, including 10,005 club seats and approximately 218 luxury suites , making it
5226-409: The timeline of these phases has not been released to the city or the public, as of July 2016. The project drew criticism as the full realization of the masterplan could take many years. A masterplan has been drawn up for the redevelopment of the broad area, including the stadium site and adjacent properties owned by RK Midway. This may include building new hotel and office space and the redevelopment of
5304-528: The width of the soccer field; they often used artificial turf (none of which, at the time, were approved for international soccer under FIFA rules). Although many of the baseball parks had smaller capacities, natural grass, and a wider field, these parks were generally in use during summer, when North American–based soccer leagues, such as Major League Soccer, also hold their seasons, and the irregular field dimensions and sightlines were often considered undesirable. Soccer-specific stadiums first came into use in
5382-501: Was BMO Field in Toronto , home to Toronto FC . This stadium was renovated to accommodate Canadian football for the 2016 and subsequent seasons. The distinction is less prominent in Canada, where MLS's attendance figures are comparable to those of the domestic Canadian Football League , and the CFL's wider field means fewer compromises must be made to accommodate both; Tim Hortons Field
5460-421: Was announced as the sponsor for the stadium. Allianz Life, a subsidiary of German company Allianz , is headquartered in nearby Golden Valley . It is one of eight sports facilities around the world that is sponsored by Allianz or its subsidiaries. The naming rights agreement with Allianz runs until the end of 2028 and costs an undisclosed amount. Due to the stadium's resemblance to the floating city on Bespin in
5538-470: Was becoming one of the older stadiums in the NFL. The Jets, who had been the tenants to the Giants, were looking to have a proposed West Side Stadium built in Manhattan . Originally intended to be the 85,000-seat main stadium for New York's bid for the 2012 Summer Olympics , it was designed to be downsized to 75,000 seats for the Jets. However, it would have required significant public funding; progress on
5616-450: Was built purposely to both soccer specifications and CFL regulations. Of the three Canadian cities that host both MLS and CFL teams, only one (Montreal) has separate stadiums for each. All USL Championship teams and USL League One teams will be required to play in self-owned, soccer-specific stadiums by the 2022 season. The following is a list of current USL stadiums that are soccer-specific stadiums: The term "football-specific stadium"
5694-529: Was completed in February 2019, and the stadium opened two months later on April 13, 2019, with Minnesota United FC hosting New York City FC . Allianz Field is located on the north side of Interstate 94 between Snelling Avenue and Pascal Street in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota . The neighborhood is named for being midway between Downtown Minneapolis and Downtown Saint Paul . The stadium
5772-640: Was completed in early 2019, and was privately financed for $ 200 million. On November 25, 2015, Minnesota United FC hired Kansas City-based Populous to design the stadium. On December 9, 2015, the team hired Mortenson Construction as part of the stadium construction along with Populous. Mortenson built U.S. Bank Stadium for the Minnesota Vikings in 2014–2016, and worked with Populous on three other Twin Cities sports facilities: Target Field , TCF Bank Stadium , and Xcel Energy Center . Construction
5850-532: Was held on December 12, 2016, and was attended by MLS commissioner Don Garber . Major construction on the site began in June 2017. Steel erection began in November 2017 and construction reached a halfway milestone in late April 2018. On Jan 23, 2019, the logo for the inaugural season was revealed as an interpretation of the stadium. Construction on the stadium was completed by Mortenson Construction on February 27, 2019, after 20 months of work. The first home game at
5928-410: Was played between FC Barcelona and Juventus . Barcelona won the match 2–1 in front of 82,104 fans. MetLife Stadium hosted two matches as part of the 2018 International Champions Cup . The first match on July 25, 2018, between Manchester City F.C. and Liverpool F.C. , with it ending 2–1 in favor of Liverpool, and the second match on August 7, 2018, between Real Madrid and AS Roma , also ending in
6006-462: Was played on November 14, 2012, between Colombia and Brazil , with Brazil acting as the local team despite a higher affluence of Colombian fans. On August 4, 2013, the stadium hosted two second round matches of the 2013 International Champions Cup . The first match saw Valencia CF defeat Inter Milan 4–0 and the second match saw Chelsea F.C. defeat A.C. Milan 2–0. On November 15, 2013, Argentina and Ecuador played an international friendly to
6084-572: Was reported that New York City -based insurance company MetLife entered discussions to purchase naming rights to the stadium. The new name, MetLife Stadium , became official when all parties signed a 25-year deal on August 23. In June 2009, the New Meadowlands Stadium Corporation and the EPA signed a memorandum of understanding that outlines plans to incorporate environmentally-friendly materials and practices into
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