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San Siro Demolition Sparks Fan Fury
29 Oct
Summary
- New Generali Stadium to replace San Siro by 2031-32 season.
- Fans protest demolition, chanting 'hands off San Siro'.
- The stadium will cost €1.2 billion and seat 71,500 fans.
Inter Milan and AC Milan have officially unveiled plans for their new Generali Stadium, which is slated to replace the beloved San Siro from the 2031-32 football season. This ambitious project comes with a hefty price tag of €1.2 billion and is designed to accommodate 71,500 spectators. The unveiling event, held at Milan's Castello Sforzesco, was met with significant fan unrest.
Before the briefing, a vocal group of Inter supporters gathered to protest the planned demolition of the current San Siro, carrying a banner that read "you will never extinguish the lights at San Siro." Despite these protests, construction is scheduled to commence in 2028 on the grounds of the existing 75,000-capacity stadium.
Designed by architect Norman Foster, the Generali Stadium will feature a unique, steep-sided design intended to bring fans closer to the pitch, creating an immersive atmosphere. The venue is also being developed with multi-purpose capabilities, including the potential to host NFL games, rugby matches, and concerts. The clubs acquired the current San Siro and its surrounding areas for €197 million, with the historic stadium set to be largely demolished as the new venue nears completion.
