Arizona Cardinals announce plans for new state-of-the-art stadium
Gila River Indian Community approves Cardinals' request to build domed stadium on tribal land
Venue to feature retractable roof, seat over 50,000 fans, and host Super Bowl LVII in 2023
The Arizona Cardinals announced plans for a new state-of-the-art stadium to be built on the Gila River Indian Community, just west of Phoenix. The domed stadium will seat over 50,000 fans and feature a retractable roof, making it the first of its kind in the NFL.
The stadium is expected to cost around $2 billion and will be funded by a combination of public and private money. The Cardinals will contribute $400 million, while the city of Glendale will contribute $150 million. The remaining $1.45 billion will be covered by a 20-year lease agreement between the Cardinals and the Gila River Indian Community.
The new stadium is expected to be completed by 2023 and will host Super Bowl LVII in that year. The stadium will also be used for Cardinals home games, concerts, and other major events.
The Cardinals' current stadium, State Farm Stadium, is located in Glendale and opened in 2006. The stadium has a capacity of 63,400 and has hosted two Super Bowls, including Super Bowl XLII in 2008.
The new stadium will be a significant upgrade for the Cardinals and will help to solidify their place as one of the NFL's most popular teams. The stadium will also be a major economic driver for the Gila River Indian Community and the surrounding area.
Key features of the new stadium
- Retractable roof
- Capacity of over 50,000 fans
- State-of-the-art amenities
- Located on the Gila River Indian Community
- Scheduled to be completed by 2023
Impact of the new stadium
- Solidify the Cardinals' place as one of the NFL's most popular teams
- Be a major economic driver for the Gila River Indian Community and the surrounding area
- Host Super Bowl LVII in 2023
Conclusion
The Arizona Cardinals' new stadium is a major investment in the team and the community. The stadium will be a state-of-the-art facility that will host major events and be a source of pride for the Cardinals and their fans.
