Definition
Quy Nhơn Stadium is a sports venue situated in the coastal city of Quy Nhơn, the capital of Bình Định Province in Vietnam. It is primarily used for association‑football matches and other sporting or community events.
Overview
The stadium serves as a municipal facility managed by local authorities. It has been identified as the home ground for football clubs that compete in the Vietnamese league system, notably teams representing Bình Định Province. The venue is located in an urban area of Quy Nhơn, providing access to public transportation and nearby amenities. While the stadium is occasionally used for non‑sporting events such as concerts or cultural festivals, its principal function remains the hosting of football competitions and occasional athletics meets.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Quy Nhơn Stadium” is derived directly from the city in which it is located. “Quy Nhơn” (Quy Nhơn) is the Vietnamese name of the city, historically known as a strategic port and cultural centre in central Vietnam. The term “stadium” follows the English loanword commonly used in Vietnamese to denote a large, open‑air sports arena.
Characteristics
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Quy Nhơn, Bình Định Province, Vietnam |
| Primary Use | Association football; occasional athletics and community events |
| Ownership / Management | Operated by the Bình Định provincial government or local municipal department (exact managing body not publicly specified) |
| Playing Surface | Grass (natural turf); the precise type of grass or maintenance schedule is not publicly documented |
| Seating Capacity | Reported estimates range between 10,000 and 20,000 spectators; Accurate information is not confirmed |
| Facilities | Standard spectator stands, locker rooms, and a press area; detailed specifications (e.g., floodlighting wattage, VIP suites) are not publicly disclosed |
| Inauguration | The exact opening year is not clearly recorded in accessible sources; the stadium is believed to have been constructed or renovated in the early 2000s, but Accurate information is not confirmed |
Related Topics
- Bình Định FC – A professional football club that has utilized Quy Nhơn Stadium for home matches.
- Football in Vietnam – The broader context of the sport’s development, league structures, and stadium infrastructure nationwide.
- Sports Venues in Vietnam – Comparative overview of other municipal and national stadiums across the country.
- Quy Nhơn – The host city’s geography, economy, and cultural significance, which provide the locality for the stadium’s audience and operations.
Note: While Quy Nhơn Stadium is recognized as an active sports facility in the region, detailed, verifiable data regarding its capacity, construction date, and management are limited in publicly available encyclopedic sources.