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FAQ of Wembley Stadium
In what year did Wembley Stadium open?
The first version of Wembley Stadium opened in 1923, and it hosted the FA Cup final of that year. The ground was then closed in 2000 for extensive renovation work. Once that work was completed, the new Wembley Stadium opened its doors on the 9th of March, 2007.
What is the maximum capacity of Wembley?
The current capacity of Wembley Stadium is 90,000 for football and other sports, including rugby and boxing. When NFL games are played here, that capacity is reduced to 86,000. Wembley also hosts concerts when the pitch can be in use, increasing that maximum capacity to 90,000.
Who owns Wembley?
Wembley Stadium is owned and operated by a company called Wembley National Stadium Limited. In turn, this company is a fully owned subsidiary of the Football Association, and its role is to maintain the ground and to ensure it is in prime condition for hosting important matches and events.
Why is it called Wembley?
Wembley Stadium is situated in the suburb of Wembley, which, in turn, is located in the London borough of Brent. The full address of the ground is South Way, Wembley, HA9 0WS. The facility has been referred to as Wembley Stadium since the first ground was opened here in 1923.
Who has taken the most fans to Wembley?
Portsmouth FC hold the record for taking the most fans to the new Wembley Stadium. In 2020, the club set a new mark when fans purchased 50,000 tickets for the FA Trophy Final against Salford City. Portsmouth were also part of a record attendance of 89,874 that attended the 2008 FA Cup Final.
List of Wembley Stadium Trivia Questions
- In 2000, which team won the FA Cup final, marking the last final held at the old Wembley Stadium before its demolition?
- In which year did England win their first and only FIFA World Cup at the original Wembley Stadium?
- The first FA Cup final at the new Wembley Stadium was held in 2007. Which team won this final?
- When was the new Wembley Stadium officially opened?
- The original Wembley Stadium was often referred to by what nickname?
- When was the original Wembley Stadium officially opened?
- Which iconic English footballer famously scored a hat-trick in the 1966 FIFA World Cup final held at Wembley Stadium?
- Which team won the first-ever FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium in 1923?
- Who scored the winning goal for Manchester United in the 1977 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium against Liverpool?
