12. Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune: The venue will require maximum
upgradation, which is estimated to cost roughly Rs 37 crore. It has
been picked to host matches up to the Round of 16 stage
@indian_gooner: You do not understand. Most of that money will be required to exorcise the Ghost of Balewadi and ensure that it is banished from the corridors of Indian football for ever
The new one in Khar Ghar, Panvel is actually the Centre of Excellence in Mumbai Praful Patel has already announced. The planned capacity is 40,000 and it will have four training sites along with it according to the bid book.
The problem with Navi Mumbai / Panvel is that its way away from the main city and residential areas. Andheri is perfect for people in Mumbai, but not Navi Mumbai. Cooperage is in South Mumbai and its not a residential area, but I like the stadium. Can feel very close to action. Good height to te stands too.
Also, I hate watching matches at Andheri. The stands are very low (same as pitch level) and you can't see anything going on in the other end. The middle section with seats is better, but its VIP area therefore not affordable.
Darren Caldeira has announced his retirement at the age of 33. He has played for Bengaluru FC, Chennai City FC, Mumbai FC, Mohun Bagan, ATK & Kerala Blasters.
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Australia did fine with 5 stadiums in AFC Asian Cup 2015
UAE was the first time with 24 teams, they used 8. China plans to use 10.
The problem with Navi Mumbai / Panvel is that its way away from the main city and residential areas. Andheri is perfect for people in Mumbai, but not Navi Mumbai. Cooperage is in South Mumbai and its not a residential area, but I like the stadium. Can feel very close to action. Good height to te stands too.
Also, I hate watching matches at Andheri. The stands are very low (same as pitch level) and you can't see anything going on in the other end. The middle section with seats is better, but its VIP area therefore not affordable.