After 15 years of neglect, the Stadio Flaminio in Rome is set to undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment, restoring it to its former glory as a venue for major sporting events. The stadium, which last hosted Six Nations rugby in 2011, has been left derelict and overgrown since Italy's national team moved to the larger Stadio Olimpico.
Serie A club Lazio has proposed a £415m redevelopment plan, with banks providing 59% of the funding and private backers covering the remainder. Club president Claudio Lotito confirmed that financial arrangements are progressing, with construction expected to begin by 2027 and completion targeted for 2031. The renovated stadium could serve as a venue for Euro 2032, co-hosted by Italy and Turkey.
The current 30,000-capacity ground will be doubled in size, with designs incorporating a historic lower tier from the 1960s and a modern canopy. The stadium will meet UEFA Category 4 standards, enabling it to host top-tier sporting and entertainment events. Green spaces will also be integrated to filter pollution and improve the spectator experience.
Originally opened in 1959, the Stadio Flaminio was a renowned concert venue, hosting acts like Bruce Springsteen, U2, and Michael Jackson. Lazio currently shares the Stadio Olimpico with Roma but could relocate to the refurbished Flaminio within five years, pending approval from Rome's City Council.
