Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City

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Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium
Al-Mahalah Stadium
Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City
Location Abha, Saudi Arabia
Coordinates 18°18′38″N42°35′54″E / 18.31056°N 42.59833°E / 18.31056; 42.59833
OwnerGeneral Presidency of Youth Welfare
Operator Ministry of Sport
Capacity 25,000 [1]
Opened1984
Tenants
Abha (1984–present)
Damac (selected matches)

Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City, also referred to as Al-Mahalah Stadium, is a versatile stadium located in Abha, Saudi Arabia. Primarily used for football matches, it serves as the home ground for both Abha and Damac clubs. The stadium has a seating capacity of 20,000 spectators. [2]

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History

It is named after Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, former Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia.

Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Stadium has been the venue for multiple editions of both the International Friendship Tournament and the International Friendly Elite Championship, with participation from teams such as Al-Hilal, Al-Shabab, the Italian club Bologna, and various others.

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References

  1. "Prince Sultan Sport City Stadium (Mahalah)".
  2. "Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium". Soccerway.