The Shah Alam Stadium (Malay: Stadium Shah Alam) was a multi-purpose stadium, an architectural gem and one of the largest stadiums in the world[1] located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It was used mostly for football matches but also had facilities for athletics. The stadium was the official home of the Red Giants (Selangor) since 16 July 1994, and had a capacity of 80,372.[1]
Despite multiple renovation attempts over the years, the stadium was in a state of disrepair resulting from long-term neglect in maintenance.[2] In 2020, the Malaysian Football League (MFL) announced that the dilapidated stadium may be barred from hosting Malaysia Super League matches, due to safety reasons arising from the stadium's polycarbonate roof and pitch being in a poor state. On 15 July 2022, the Menteri Besar of Selangor, Amirudin Shari, said that the Selangor government has appointed Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) to refurbish the stadium and its surrounding sporting facilities which may cost up to RM787 million, and will be started in early 2023.[3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11]
The demolition and the reconstruction works of the stadium will be carried out simultaneously with the demolition started on 1 July 2024 and is expected to re-open in 2026 (Phase 1) before SUKMA GamesSelangor is to be held as the host.[12][13]
Overview
Located at the eastern part of Shah Alam, Shah Alam Stadium is the official home stadium for the Selangor football club[14] which is currently playing in Malaysia's top division – the Super League. The field size for the stadium was according to FIFA rules which is 105 x 68m.
Consisted of huge six level semi-enclosed spaces, is the largest stadium in Selangor State. Inspired by the Hajduk Split stadium, Poljud in Split, Croatia (built in 1979), it was the biggest stadium in Malaysia before the completion of the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. The frame structure is the longest free-standing arc in the world. Constructed with the latest technology, it is now a popular venue for world class sport events. The stadium was designed by a well known Malaysian Architect, Hijjaz Kasturi.
The stadium has around 5,500 car bays in parking lots surrounding the stadium. The stadium has become the major landmark in Shah Alam due to its scale and magnificent architecture. Other than sporting facilities, the stadium also has a go-kart racing circuit.
A half-marathon was held in December 1993 as part of celebrations for the opening of the stadium.[16]
The stadium was officially opened on 16 July 1994 with a series of international friendly matches sponsored by Matsushita.[15]Dundee United played a Selangor selection in the first game of an invitational tournament, drawing 1–1. The first goal at the stadium was scored by Billy McKinlay. Other teams in the tournament were Bayern Munich, Leeds United, the Australian Olympic team "Olyroos", and Flamengo (who won the tournament). The international friendly matches only attracted 5,000 spectators each and was seen as an "amateur competition".[17]
The Malaysia Cup finals was held in the stadium for the first time in December 1994.[15]
Bon Jovi made its debut Malaysian concert in the stadium on 4 May 1995.
Once, Universiti Teknologi MARA's (UiTM) Faculty of Performing Arts occupied a portion of the stadium as its faculty building prior to the completion of the Puncak Perdana satellite campus of the university.
In 2011, RM 3.4 million was spent to renovate the stadium to upgrade the lighting system, roof repairs, new grass for the pitch as well as to replace vandalised seats, improving the sound system, upgrading the dressing rooms, repainting some parts of the stadium, repairing the washrooms as well as other facilities.[18][19]
In 2014, RM 2.4mil was spent for the second phase of upgrading works, which includes replacing more than 500 roof tiles, replacing grass on the damaged parts of the field with the seashore paspalum variety, upgrading the changing rooms and toilets, repairing the public address system and two generator sets. The cost was borne by the Selangor government.
Since December 2015, on several occasions Shah Alam Stadium has been closed for maintenance work.
The Shah Alam Stadium again went under renovation in 2016 which was completed and fully operational for the Malaysia Super League (MSL) match between Selangor and Kedah on 5 April.
The process of replacing the field with ‘cow grass’ including replacing the soil below the grass, which costs about RM200,000, was completed on 19 March.
The lighting system was also upgraded from 1,200 lux to 2,000 lux.
In early 2020, the home of the Red GiantsSelangor, Shah Alam Stadium, was closed for major renovation and rebuild work, which is planned to be ready in 2022, but as of now there are no signs of completion.[4][20][6][7][8][21]
On 29 July 2008, an exhibition match was played between the Malaysia Select team and Chelsea. The match ended in a 2–0 win for the English side, courtesy of goals from Nicolas Anelka and Ashley Cole. Fellow Premier League club Arsenal took on a Malaysia XI team on 13 July 2011, as part of the club's Asia Tour.[22]
2014 AFF Championship
Match between Malaysia and Vietnam during the AFF Championship in 2014.
The semi-final match between Malaysia and Vietnam was held here on the first leg tie. The score ended 1–2 to away team. Safiq Rahim scores a brace from a penalty spot.
Malaysia Cup matches
1994 Malaysia Cup Final
The first Malaysia Cup Final held at the Shah Alam Stadium was on 17 December 1994 (68th edition) when Singapore FA defeated Pahang FA 4–0. Goals from Abbas Saad (Hat-trick) and Fandi Ahmad became the fourth team to claim the double, FAM Dunhill Liga Perdana and FAM Dunhill Piala Malaysia after Johor FA in 1991, Pahang FA in 1992, and Kedah FA in 1993. Fandi Ahmad lifted the trophy in front of more than 50,000 Singaporean fans that traveled to the stadium. It was Singapore's FA 24th Malaysia Cup title since their last triumph in 1980.[citation needed]
In the 2015 Malaysia Cup, it was considered as a home advantage for Shah Alam Stadium tenants, Selangor FA. The match was also considered as a déjà vu of the 2015 Malaysia Cup. Again in 2018 Malaysia Cup final between Perak vs Terengganu has been held in this stadium. This game was a dramatic final inducing two red cards for both teams, fighting, and two last-minute goals for Perak. Draw 3-3 after extra time and won by penalty shootout 4-1 for Perak TBG.[23]
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