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Shah Alam Stadium
The former Shah Alam Stadium (Malay: Stadium Shah Alam) was a multi-purpose stadium and one of the largest stadiums in the world located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. The stadium was the official home of the Red Giants (Selangor) since 16 July 1994, and had a capacity of 80,372. It was used mostly for football matches but also had facilities for athletics.
Despite multiple renovation attempts over the years, the long-term lack of adequate maintenance left the stadium in a state of disrepair. In 2020, after the Malaysian Football League (MFL) announced that the dilapidated condition of the stadium's polycarbonate roof and pitch are inedequate for hosting any Malaysia Super League matches, it was closed down for a thorough reconstruction. On 15 July 2022, the Menteri Besar of Selangor Amirudin Shari said that Selangor government has appointed Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) to refurbish the stadium and its surrounding sporting facilities which may cost up to RM787 million. However the closure turned permanent afterwards as decision was taken to knock down the venue. The demolition works began on 1 July 2024 and were finished on 27 January 2025.
Consisting of huge six level semi-enclosed spaces, it was a copy of the Hajduk stadium Poljud in Split, Croatia (built in 1979). It was the biggest stadium in Malaysia before the completion of the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. The frame structure has been the longest free-standing arc in the world. 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.
Built for the 1998 Commonwealth Games, construction began on 1 January 1990 at a cost of RM 469 million. A half-marathon was held in December 1993 as part of celebrations for the opening of the stadium.
The stadium was officially opened on 16 July 1994 with a series of international friendly matches sponsored by Matsushita. Dundee United played a Selangor 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 international friendly matches only attracted 5,000 spectators each and was seen as an "amateur competition".
The Malaysia Cup finals was held in the stadium for the first time in December 1994. Bon Jovi made its debut Malaysian concert in the stadium on 4 May 1995.
Once,[when?] 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.
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Shah Alam Stadium
The former Shah Alam Stadium (Malay: Stadium Shah Alam) was a multi-purpose stadium and one of the largest stadiums in the world located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. The stadium was the official home of the Red Giants (Selangor) since 16 July 1994, and had a capacity of 80,372. It was used mostly for football matches but also had facilities for athletics.
Despite multiple renovation attempts over the years, the long-term lack of adequate maintenance left the stadium in a state of disrepair. In 2020, after the Malaysian Football League (MFL) announced that the dilapidated condition of the stadium's polycarbonate roof and pitch are inedequate for hosting any Malaysia Super League matches, it was closed down for a thorough reconstruction. On 15 July 2022, the Menteri Besar of Selangor Amirudin Shari said that Selangor government has appointed Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) to refurbish the stadium and its surrounding sporting facilities which may cost up to RM787 million. However the closure turned permanent afterwards as decision was taken to knock down the venue. The demolition works began on 1 July 2024 and were finished on 27 January 2025.
Consisting of huge six level semi-enclosed spaces, it was a copy of the Hajduk stadium Poljud in Split, Croatia (built in 1979). It was the biggest stadium in Malaysia before the completion of the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. The frame structure has been the longest free-standing arc in the world. 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.
Built for the 1998 Commonwealth Games, construction began on 1 January 1990 at a cost of RM 469 million. A half-marathon was held in December 1993 as part of celebrations for the opening of the stadium.
The stadium was officially opened on 16 July 1994 with a series of international friendly matches sponsored by Matsushita. Dundee United played a Selangor 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 international friendly matches only attracted 5,000 spectators each and was seen as an "amateur competition".
The Malaysia Cup finals was held in the stadium for the first time in December 1994. Bon Jovi made its debut Malaysian concert in the stadium on 4 May 1995.
Once,[when?] 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.
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