The 'soulless bowl' new ground debate

8 minutes ago, El Wednesday said:

Maybe our new owners will be happy to splash the cash? A stadium is the ultimate legacy. 

 

We can at least dream for the next few weeks, eh? 

Why not? maybe one like that crocodile one in Turkey, but a giant owl sat down on a nest

On 16/11/2025 at 18:49, @owlstalk said:

 

It’s 100% about effort - Palace have developed something at their place.

The trusts and panels need to put energy into establishing this now the politics is over!

New ground or a redeveloped Hillsborough needs to also maximise acoustics! 
 

Marseille and Sydney stadium are new. Decent though 
 

40 minutes ago, Rogers said:

Marseille and Sydney stadium are new. Decent though 
 

 

A bit of creative seating arrangment goes a long way, too. 

Certainly better than the owner's name

I'd hate a "Bowl" type stadium but by knocking down the Leppings Lane end and rebuilding it in a "considerate" manner that includes a very respectful nod to the disaster (possibly in consultation with the relatives of those who sadly lost their lives) may be the way forward.

I went to France v Fiji rugby at Stade Atlantique on Saturday, my third visit there. It's basically a 4 sided ground with corners filled in, but nothing like a bowl. Quality stadium and facilities and the type of ground I'd be happy to see Wednesday in. No idea if it could be done stand by stand, or whether it would require a new site. 

34 minutes ago, woldsowl said:

I went to France v Fiji rugby at Stade Atlantique on Saturday, my third visit there. It's basically a 4 sided ground with corners filled in, but nothing like a bowl. Quality stadium and facilities and the type of ground I'd be happy to see Wednesday in. No idea if it could be done stand by stand, or whether it would require a new site. 

Looks fab… so doesn’t that extra space around the ground.

Unfortunately the site at Hillsborough is no longer fit for purpose in the modern era.

Hopefully the new owners can find a new site and drag this club into the 21st century