How many games were played at the World Cup Stadium Dortmund?

Due to sponsorship contracts, however, the arena was called FIFA World Cup Stadium Dortmund during the World Cup. Six games were played there during the tournament, including Germany’s first loss ever at the stadium, a 2–0 defeat to Italy. Also, Trinidad and Tobago played their first ever World Cup match at the stadium, against Sweden.

What is the capacity of Borussia Dortmund’s Stadium?

The second expansion phase saw the capacity increase to 68,600 in 1999 when the south stand – the focal point of Dortmund’s enthusiasm for football – was increased to 24,454 to make it the largest stand in Europe. For international matches, the standing spaces can be transformed into seats.

How high are the pylons at Dortmund Stadium?

The eight 62-metre-high yellow pylons have since become a landmark in the Dortmund skyline. In December 2005 they were joined by letters spelling the stadium name, which are up to 3.5 metres high and visible in the distance from main roads 54 and 1, appearing in black by day and glowing white by night.

What is the name of the German football team’s stadium?

Germany national football team (selected matches) Westfalenstadion (German pronunciation: [vɛstˈfaːlnˌʃtaːdi̯ɔn]) is a football stadium in Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, which is the home of Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund.

How did Borussia Dortmund become the new owner of the stadium?

In 2006, Borussia Dortmund became the new owner by buying the stadium back with the help of a loan from Morgan Stanley. Borussia Dortmund paid off the loan from Morgan Stanley in 2008. In order to reduce debt, the naming rights to the stadium was sold to an insurance company, Signal Iduna.

Did Borussia Dortmund host the 1974 World Cup?

Having been relegated in 1972, Borussia Dortmund was the only member of the 2. Bundesliga (second Division) to host the 1974 World Cup games in a completely new stadium. In 1976, after promotion to the Bundesliga, Borussia Dortmund played its first game in Germany’s highest division in their new home stadium.