{"id":13325,"date":"2025-10-01T16:09:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T16:09:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13325"},"modified":"2025-10-01T16:09:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T16:09:18","slug":"san-siro-demolition-approved-ac-inter-milan-to-usher-in-a-new-era","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13325","title":{"rendered":"San Siro Demolition Approved: AC &amp; Inter Milan To Usher in a New Era"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Milan is entering a new chapter in its footballing history. After years of debate, the <strong>Milan City Council<\/strong> has officially approved the <strong>\u20ac197 million<\/strong> sale of the legendary San Siro stadium and surrounding land to <strong>AC Milan<\/strong> and <strong>Inter Milan<\/strong>. The decision paves the way for the near-total demolition of the 99-year-old arena and the creation of a modern 71,500-seat stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd7 What\u2019s Planned<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The new stadium, designed by <strong>Foster + Partners<\/strong> and <strong>Manica<\/strong>, will replace almost all of the existing structure, though a heritage section of the second tier will be preserved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It\u2019s part of a bigger redevelopment scheme: along with the stadium, the clubs will develop commercial, residential, and public green space on the 28 hectares around the site. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AC Milan and Inter will continue to play at San Siro until the new stadium is completed, projected around <strong>2031<\/strong>, with full transition by then. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a0\ufe0f Why It\u2019s Controversial<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Many locals, heritage groups, and fans have expressed concerns about losing one of Europe\u2019s iconic grounds \u2014 often called <em>La Scala<\/em> of football. There\u2019s emotional and historical significance many believe should be preserved. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political opposition was strong: the council vote was tightly contested (24 votes for, 20 against). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are logistical and financial challenges ahead: ensuring the new ground meets modern standards of safety, accessibility, and fan experience is expensive. Plus, matchday revenue loss and construction costs are major factors. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd0d What It Means for Milan &amp; Serie A<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Modern Stadium = More Revenue: A new state-of-the-art facility will allow both clubs to generate far more income from hospitality, sponsorship, and amenities \u2014 putting them more in line with other top European sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Euro 2032 Ambitions: Italy co-hosts Euro 2032, and upgraded stadium infrastructure is a necessity. The new San Siro (or its successor) will be crucial for being part of the tournament venues. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preserving Legacy: While most of San Siro will be demolished, the plan includes a \u201cheritage portion\u201d of its second tier to be kept as a nod to the past. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Milan is entering a new chapter in its footballing history. After years of debate, the Milan City Council has officially approved the \u20ac197 million sale of the legendary San Siro stadium and surrounding land to AC Milan and Inter Milan. 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