Majed Asad Stadium Explained

Former Names:Al-Bireh International Stadium
Location:Al-Bireh, West Bank, Palestine
Coordinates:31.9069°N 35.2247°W
Opened:2011
Surface:Grass
Capacity:9000

Majed Asad Stadium is an association football stadium in Al-Bireh, West Bank, Palestine. The stadium's construction was funded with aid from the French and German governments, and French footballer Lilian Thuram participated in the inauguration, taking the first kick of the Palestine Cup final.[1]

Al Nakba International Football Tournament

The stadium was the venue for matches in the 2012 Palestine International Cup. Vietnam and Pakistan played out a goalless draw at the stadium.[2]

Notes and References

  1. News: Thuram opens West Bank stadium. 9 July 2017. 15 April 2011.
  2. Web site: Rahim. Abdul. Alnakba International Football Tournament. The Olympic Sports. 9 July 2017.