BUENOS AIRES (AP) — After River Plate announced a project to cover the roofs of Buenos Aires. monumental stadiumits rival boca juniors has announced that it will expand the capacity of its mythical Bombonera stadium, the biggest renovation in its nearly 90-year history.
The renovations will cost between $50 million and $60 million and will increase the stadium’s capacity in the La Boca district from 57,000 to 80,000.
“La Bombonera will not be relocated. A new stadium will not be built. It will be expanded, respecting its identity,” the popular Argentine club explained in an overview of the project presented to the press at a press conference late Tuesday.
The expansion of the “Bombonera” has been a long-standing request of the club’s fans, as the Alberto J. Armando Stadium is well known for its resemblance to a box of marshmallows. Currently, fewer than half of the company’s 126,000 active members are able to attend league games and international tournaments. Access by fans other than members is prohibited.
Two months ago, River Plate announced plans to build a roof over the stadium and expand its capacity to more than 100,000. 2030 world cup. The games will be held at the same venue, and for the first time in history, six countries from three continents will co-host the tournament. Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay from North and South America. From Europe, Spain and Portugal. and Morocco From Africa.
Boca announced that work will begin during the 2026 World Cup and will take at least two years.
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