Shah Alam Stadium
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Shah Alam Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium
located in Shah Alam
, Malaysia. It is used mostly for football
matches but also has facilities for athletics. The stadium is the home of Selangor FA
, and has a capacity of 69,372.
played a Selangor FA
selection in the first game of an invitational tournament, drawing 1-1. The first goal at the stadium was scored by Billy McKinlay
. Other teams in the tournament were Bayern Munich
, Leeds United
, the Australian Olympic team 'Olyroos', and Flamengo (who won the tournament).
The stadium is situated in the eastern part of Shah Alam. The Shah Alam Stadium, which consists of huge six level semi-enclosed spaces, is the largest stadium in Selangor State. It was the biggest stadium in Malaysia before the completion of the National Stadium
in Bukit Jalil. The frame structure is the longest free-standing arc in the world. Constructed with the latest technology, it is now a popular venue for world class sport events. The stadium was designed by a well known Malaysian Architect, Hijjaz Kasturi.
The stadium has around 5,500 car bays in parking lots surrounding the stadium. The stadium has become the major landmark in Shah Alam due to its scale and magnificent architecture. Other than sporting facilities, the stadium also has a go-kart racing circuit. Once, Universiti Teknologi Mara
's (UiTM) Faculty of Performing Arts occupied a portion of the stadium as its faculty building prior to the completion of the Puncak Perdana
Satellite Campus of the University.
Shah Alam Stadium is currently the home stadium for Selangor who play in Malaysia's top division - the Super League (the Premier League is new-speak for the Second Division / Championship).
where teams had to ride go-karts around the circuit.
and Ashley Cole
. Fellow Premier League club Arsenal
take on a Malaysia XI team on July 13, 2011 as part of the clubs Asia Tour.
starts on 6 September 2011 and concluded on 29 October 2011 with the final, held at Shah Alam Stadium
, Shah Alam
.
Multi-purpose stadium
Multi-purpose stadiums are a type of stadium designed in such a way as to be easily used by multiple sports. While any stadium could potentially host more than one sport, this concept usually refers to a specific design philosophy that stresses multi-functionality over specificity...
located in Shah Alam
Shah Alam
Shah Alam is the state capital of Selangor, Malaysia situated within the Petaling District and a small portion of the neighboring Klang District. It is located about west of the country's capital, Kuala Lumpur. Shah Alam replaced Kuala Lumpur as the capital city of the state of Selangor in 1978...
, Malaysia. It is used mostly for football
Football (soccer)
Association football, more commonly known as football or soccer, is a sport played between two teams of eleven players with a spherical ball...
matches but also has facilities for athletics. The stadium is the home of Selangor FA
Selangor FA
The Football Association of Selangor , commonly referred to as FAS or simply Selangor, competes in Malaysian football competitions representing the state of Selangor Darul Ehsan. The team is based in Shah Alam city. They are currently playing in Malaysian Super League, the top-flight of Malaysian...
, and has a capacity of 69,372.
History
Construction began in 1 January 1990, and the stadium was officially opened on 16 July 1994, when Dundee UnitedDundee United F.C.
Dundee United Football Club is a Scottish professional football club located in the city of Dundee. Formed in 1909, originally as Dundee Hibernian, the club changed to the present name in 1923...
played a Selangor FA
Selangor FA
The Football Association of Selangor , commonly referred to as FAS or simply Selangor, competes in Malaysian football competitions representing the state of Selangor Darul Ehsan. The team is based in Shah Alam city. They are currently playing in Malaysian Super League, the top-flight of Malaysian...
selection in the first game of an invitational tournament, drawing 1-1. The first goal at the stadium was scored by Billy McKinlay
Billy McKinlay
William Alexander McKinlay, better known as Billy McKinlay , is a Scottish former footballer and current development squad manager of Fulham.-Career:...
. Other teams in the tournament were Bayern Munich
FC Bayern Munich
FC Bayern Munich , is a German sports club based in Munich, Bavaria. It is best known for its professional football team, which is the most successful football club in Germany, having won 22 national titles and 15 cups....
, Leeds United
Leeds United A.F.C.
Leeds United Association Football Club are an English professional association football club based in Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, who play in the Football League Championship, the second tier of the English football league system...
, the Australian Olympic team 'Olyroos', and Flamengo (who won the tournament).
The stadium is situated in the eastern part of Shah Alam. The Shah Alam Stadium, which consists of huge six level semi-enclosed spaces, is the largest stadium in Selangor State. It was the biggest stadium in Malaysia before the completion of the National Stadium
National Stadium, Bukit Jalil
Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Bukit Jalil, located in the National Sports Complex to the south of the capital city of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, is a 87,411 capacity all-seater, multi-purpose stadium that was built in 1998 to host the 1998 Commonwealth Games.-History:The stadium was built in 1...
in Bukit Jalil. The frame structure is the longest free-standing arc in the world. Constructed with the latest technology, it is now a popular venue for world class sport events. The stadium was designed by a well known Malaysian Architect, Hijjaz Kasturi.
The stadium has around 5,500 car bays in parking lots surrounding the stadium. The stadium has become the major landmark in Shah Alam due to its scale and magnificent architecture. Other than sporting facilities, the stadium also has a go-kart racing circuit. Once, Universiti Teknologi Mara
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Universiti Teknologi MARA is a coeducational public university with its main campus located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.It is the flagship institution of the Universiti Teknologi MARA...
's (UiTM) Faculty of Performing Arts occupied a portion of the stadium as its faculty building prior to the completion of the Puncak Perdana
Puncak Perdana
Puncak Perdana is a main township in Petaling district in Selangor, Malaysia. It is located near Shah Alam, the state capital of Selangor....
Satellite Campus of the University.
Shah Alam Stadium is currently the home stadium for Selangor who play in Malaysia's top division - the Super League (the Premier League is new-speak for the Second Division / Championship).
City Karting Enterprise
In the carpark outside the stadium, City Karting Enterprise operates a kart track with all equipment available for hire. The enterprise is run by former Asian Formula 2000 Champion driver Ng Wai Leong.The Amazing Race Asia
Shah Alam Stadium featured a challenge in first leg of the The Amazing Race Asia 1The Amazing Race Asia 1
The Amazing Race Asia 1 is the first season of the reality television game show The Amazing Race Asia. The show features ten teams of two, with a pre-existing relationship, in a race around Asia and Pacific Rim to win US$100,000. Applications were accepted through March 31, 2006...
where teams had to ride go-karts around the circuit.
Matches
On the July 29, 2008, an exhibition match was played between the Malaysia Select team and Chelsea. The match ended in a 2-0 win for the English side, courtesy of goals from Nicolas AnelkaNicolas Anelka
Abdul-Salam Bilal on 14 March 1979) is a French international footballer, who plays as a striker for English Premier League club Chelsea. Anelka was also a regular starter for the French national team...
and Ashley Cole
Ashley Cole
Ashley Cole is an Barbadian-English professional footballer who plays for Chelsea and the England national team. He plays as a left-back and has been named one of the best in the world....
. Fellow Premier League club Arsenal
Arsenal F.C.
Arsenal Football Club is a professional English Premier League football club based in North London. One of the most successful clubs in English football, it has won 13 First Division and Premier League titles and 10 FA Cups...
take on a Malaysia XI team on July 13, 2011 as part of the clubs Asia Tour.
2011 Malaysian Cup
The 2011 edition of Malaysia CupMalaysia Cup
The Malaysia Cup is an annual association football tournament in Malaysia. It is currently the longest-running football competition in Asia...
starts on 6 September 2011 and concluded on 29 October 2011 with the final, held at Shah Alam Stadium
Shah Alam Stadium
Shah Alam Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Shah Alam, Malaysia. It is used mostly for football matches but also has facilities for athletics...
, Shah Alam
Shah Alam
Shah Alam is the state capital of Selangor, Malaysia situated within the Petaling District and a small portion of the neighboring Klang District. It is located about west of the country's capital, Kuala Lumpur. Shah Alam replaced Kuala Lumpur as the capital city of the state of Selangor in 1978...
.