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Nürnberg city council approves Max-Morlock-Stadium rebuild plans

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Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Nürnberg city council approves Max-Morlock-Stadium rebuild plans

Summary

The Nürnberg city council unanimously approved the rebuilding of the Max-Morlock-Stadium during a meeting on July 23, 2026. The plan aims to renovate the stadium to increase capacity from 36,000 to 50,000 for league matches and 40,000 for international events. The reconstruction is expected to be completed by the start of the 2031/32 season. As the 2. Bundesliga club prepares for the renovations, they will need to identify a temporary venue for home games. The stadium has served as the club's home since 1963.

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Key Details

•Rebuild aims to increase seating capacity for league and international matches.
•Nürnberg has played at Max-Morlock-Stadium since 1963.
•The stadium was home to Germany women's national team matches this year.
•Completion of reconstruction is targeted for the 2031/32 season.
•Nürnberg needs a temporary home during renovation work.

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Nürnberg city council agreed to the rebuilding of the Max-Morlock-Stadium in their meeting on Wednesday afternoon. The municipal representatives unanimously instructed the administration to pursue th...
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