Login|join oleole
OleOle
Home > Venues > Columbus Crew Stadium
enesptfritderuzhkoja
Columbus Crew Stadium

Full name:

Columbus Crew Stadium

Nickname(s):
Location:

Columbus, Ohio

Built:

1999

Opened:

1999

Owner:

Hunt Sports Group

Former names:
Tenants:

Columbus Crew (MLS)

Capacity:

22,555

Facts & History

Contents

Stadium Overview

A quickly assembled stadium, the stadium features little in the way of memorable architecture. Mostly featuring bench seating, the stadium's U-shape holds 22,555. The sideline stands are both two-tiered.

Stadium History

Crew Stadium was quickly built in 1999 after the club learned they were being forced out of their home at Ohio Stadium, home to Ohio State University's American Football team. The eviction turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the Crew ended up exchanging a tight pitch and poor sightlines for America's 2nd "soccer-specific stadium" (Blackbaud Stadium in Charleston, South Carolina being the first).

Throughout the years the stadium has hosted many American national team matches.

In 2007 the owners of the stadium, Hunt Sports Group, annoyed fans by removing the stadium's hallowed North End, home to the most vocal supporters during matches for both club and country.

Seating Chart

Getting There

Map

City Information

Columbus is both the capital and principal city in the State of Ohio. With a population of nearly 750,000 the city is home to Ohio State University.

Area Pubs

Travel Tips

Important Links

References


Recent contributors