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King Khalid University Stadium

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King Khalid University Stadium
LocationAbha, Saudi Arabia
OwnerKing Khalid University
OperatorKing Khalid University
Capacity46,010
Construction
Broke ground2030 (2030) (planned)
Opened2032 (2032) (planned)
ArchitectPopulous and Abdullah Saeed Al-Sayed and Partners Contracting Company W.L.L. M. M

King Khalid University Stadium will be a football stadium in Abha, Saudi Arabia owned by King Khalid University that is set to be used as a venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.[1] Its development work is scheduled to begin in 2030 and is expected to be completed in 2032.[2]

After the conclusion of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, the stadium will be home to a professional football club and will be available for use by the university and the local community of Abha.[2]

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References

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  1. ^ "Abha - Saudi 2034 World Cup nomination file". saudi2034bid.com. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  2. ^ a b Ravenscroft, Tom (1 August 2024). "Saudi Arabia reveals all 15 stadiums for the 2034 World Cup". www.dezeen.com. Retrieved 12 August 2024.