Upgraded Coopers Stadium ready for FIFA Women's World Cup

The Coopers Stadium redevelopment has been completed on time and on budget as the countdown continues to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The $53 million stadium upgrade includes a redeveloped Eastern Stand with a 2200 square metre roof providing improved protection from the elements.

New light towers, big screens, food and beverage outlets, amenities and corporate seating complete a three-stage upgrade that commenced in 2021 and meets FIFA requirements to hold Women’s World Cup fixtures.

Adelaide United fans are already benefiting, having already hosted home games at the new-look stadium this season. The new corporate facility in the Eastern Stand is now operational ahead of holiday fixtures and the business end of the 2022-23 A-League season.

The South Australian Government and Adelaide Venue Management supported upgrading the purpose-built football facility, which will host five FIFA 2023 Women’s World Cup matches featuring powerhouses England and Brazil. The venue will be known by its non-commercial name of Hindmarsh Stadium during the tournament.

Tom Koutsantonis MP said, “Coopers Stadium is the home of South Australian football and is now equipped to host an event of massive global significance like the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

“I can't wait to see the superstars of the women’s world game at the revamped Coopers Stadium, as well as our Adelaide United stars including Craig Goodwin, who excelled in Australia’s Qatar World Cup campaign.

“Fans will feel the difference as soon as they walk through Coopers Stadium, with a new Eastern Stand flanked by giant replay screens in the north-west and south-east corners. The North Stand big screen remains.

“New entry points, food outlets, turnstiles, improved stadium audio and increased seating options will take the match day experience to the next level.

“The players will appreciate the revamped change-rooms while local, national and international media can now utilise modern broadcast facilities.”

The State Government contributed $45 million for the design and construction of the upgraded stadium required to meet FIFA standards for international media, lighting for television broadcasts and player changerooms.

Coopers Stadium was previously redeveloped to stage fixtures during the 2000 Olympic Games. The venue’s capacity remains unchanged at 16,500.