Hampden Park
Rated as a five-star venue by UEFA, European football's governing body, Hampden Park is Scotland's national soccer stadium.
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- Updated: July 16, 2012 08:14 PM IST
Name: Hampden Park
Location: Mount Florid in Glasgow, Scotland
Events: Football
About Hampden Park in Glasgow
Rated as a five-star venue by UEFA, European football's governing body, Hampden Park is Scotland's national soccer stadium.
While there were two stadiums by this name, the one at the current site was initially built in 1903. When it opened to the public, it was the biggest stadium in the world with seats for 100,000. Between 1927 and 1937, the capacity was increased to an astounding 150,000.
Time has passed and the capacity has come down to 52,000 but this stadium continues to be a hallmark for the people in Britain. In fact the Hampden roar originated here which refers to the noise of over 100,000 when the home team won. Though slightly muted now, the people continue to be as passionate about sports as ever.
Apart from soccer, it has hosted a number of music concerts and other sporting events.
The venue has staged three Champions League finals and a UEFA Cup final. For the Games, it will host a total of eight men's and women's soccer matches.