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Aviva Stadium

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The Aviva Stadium serves as Ireland’s primary venue for international sporting events. Located in Dublin, it replaced the historic Lansdowne Road stadium and hosts rugby matches, football games, and concerts. It is utilized by Irish national teams and attracts major global competitions. The stadium primarily benefits fans and spectators attending these significant events.

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What teams play at Aviva Stadium?

Aviva Stadium serves as the home venue for both the Republic of Ireland national football team and the Ireland national rugby union team. It replaced the old Lansdowne Road stadium on the same Dublin site when it opened in 2010.

What is the seating capacity of Aviva Stadium?

Aviva Stadium has a capacity of approximately 51,700 spectators. Its distinctive bowl design, with one side rising higher than the others, was engineered to minimize sunlight obstruction on nearby residential properties.

What major events has Aviva Stadium hosted?

Aviva Stadium has hosted Six Nations rugby fixtures annually, the 2011 UEFA Europa League Final (won by Porto over Braga), and numerous major concerts. It also stages the Republic of Ireland's home qualifying matches for European Championships and World Cups.

Was Aviva Stadium built on the Lansdowne Road site?

Yes, Aviva Stadium was constructed on the site of the former Lansdowne Road stadium, which was demolished in 2007. The new venue opened in 2010, preserving the location's century-plus sporting heritage in the Ballsbridge area of Dublin.

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