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The central dilemma lies in its unique positioning, nestled in the heart of a shopping mall which presents several logistical challenges especially as a matchday venue.
There has been incredible speculation riffled around the roles Nakivubo Stadium and St. Mary's Stadium in Kitende will play in regards to East Africa staging the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Both venues have sparked debates concerning their functionality at the prestigious tournament, whether they will be utilized as match venues or training grounds.
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Nakivubo Stadium, newly refurbished and shining, finds itself at the centre of a heated discourse.
The central dilemma lies in its unique positioning, nestled in the heart of a shopping mall which presents several logistical challenges especially as a matchday venue.
Many fear that this intricate setup might hinder the fluid operations of international games. The stadium design could impact critical aspects like accessibility, security and exit routes.
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There's a consensus that hosting games at Nakivubo will disrupt the business environment in the vicinity, possibly for up to four weeks.
Both Nakivubo and Kitende – also home to Vipers SC – have Astro turf surfaces laid, yet CAF’s preference is to have games of such magnitude played on natural grass surfaces.
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OTHER SPORTS Nakivubo Stadium: Besides football pitch, all the other facilities accommodated
However, while most Ugandans look at Nakivubo Stadium as an entirely footballing facility, it is set to harbour a lot more entities.
Pamoja Bid spokesperson Rogers Mulindwa provided clarity on how the tournament organized will like to utilize the facility.
“And I think as a spokesperson for this bid, I want to categorically state that we did not include Nakivubo as a training ground, but as a matchday ground,” Mulindwa emphasized.
“It will be used as a competition match, and that is the same for Namboole [Mandela National Stadium] and St. Mary’s Stadium Kitende.”
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In terms of capacity, Nakivubo, with its 20,000-mark, stands as one of Uganda's most significant stadiums, second only to Namboole Stadium.
After undergoing renovations, Namboole is expected to accommodate an impressive 45,000 spectators.
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FOOTBALL Nakivubo Stadium capacity, grand opening close
Action at the new looking Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium is only months away after possible dates of it's opening got hinted on.
Meanwhile, St. Mary's Stadium Kitende, privately owned, fluctuates between 15,000 and 25,000 in terms of capacity.
Meanwhile, Hamis Kiggundu, the businessman behind Nakivubo Stadium, assures stakeholders that the venue, a sprawling 20,000-seater, will be fully operational before the year's close.
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