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Coordinates: 26°21′54″N 50°10′52″E / 26.365°N 50.181°E / 26.365; 50.181

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Aramco Stadium
Construction
ملعب أرامكو
👁 Image Planned design of the stadium
Interactive map of Aramco Stadium
Location	Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Coordinates	26°21′54″N 50°10′52″E / 26.365°N 50.181°E / 26.365; 50.181
Owner	Roshn Group
Operator	Saudi Aramco
Capacity	47,000
Surface	Hybrid grass
Scoreboard	Yes
Field size	Field of play: 105m × 68m Pitch area: 125m × 85m
Parking	9000
Groundbreaking	July 31, 2024; 22 months ago (2024-07-31)^[1]
Cost	SAR3.7 billion (US$1 billion)
Architect	Populous
Main contractors	BESIX and ALBAWANI
Tenants
Al-Qadsiah FC (planned) Al-Qadsiah FC (women) (planned) Major sporting events hosted 2027 AFC Asian Cup (planned) 2034 FIFA World Cup (planned)
Website
aramcostadium.com

Aramco Stadium^[a] is an under-construction multi-purpose stadium located in the north of Khobar, Saudi Arabia.^[2] The stadium will be owned by the ROSHN Group and operated by Saudi Aramco, serving as the home stadium for Al-Qadsiah FC.^[3]

The stadium will have a capacity of 47,000 people and is scheduled to host matches for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.^[4] It will also be used for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.^[5]

Design and features

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The stadium's exterior is designed in a whirlpool shape, which was inspired by the natural water spirals found along the coast of Khobar. The interior bowl will have a seating capacity of 47,000 and will feature integrated cooling systems and built-in air conditioning to regulate temperatures for both players and spectators.^[6]