Mogadishu Stadium

Mogadishu Stadium is a stadium in the Somali capital of Mogadishu. On March 27, 2020, the stadium was totally reconstructed and artificial turf was installed.

The facility was built with the help of Chinese engineers in 1977, during the administration of Siad Barre. Although Mogadishu Stadium was mostly utilized for sporting events, it also hosted presidential addresses, political rallies, and other events.

The legendary "Mogadishu and Magool" concert was held in 1987 at the basketball arena (next to the soccer stadium), which is part of this large sports facility/village. With thousands of people in attendance, it was one of the largest such musical events held at the time.

In 2013, the newly formed Federal Government of Somalia, in collaboration with Chinese officials, began refurbishing the stadium.

The artificial turf had been renovated by 2015. The stadium has also resumed its role as one of the city's principal sporting grounds, hosting Somali League football matches.

The Mogadishu Stadium has a seating capacity of 65,000 people. It has a track and field facility, as well as fields for football, basketball, volleyball, and tennis.

Capacity: 65,000 seats
Location: Somalia