2018 football World Cup was played here and France won it 4-2 against Croatia.
Luzhniki Stadium (Russian: стадион «Лужники», IPA: [stədʲɪˈon lʊʐnʲɪˈkʲi]) is the national stadium of Russia, located in its capital, Moscow. Its total seating capacity of 81,000 makes it the largest football stadium in Russia and one of the largest stadiums in Europe. The stadium is a part of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, and is located in Khamovniki District of the Central Administrative Okrug of Moscow city. The name Luzhniki derives from the flood meadows in the bend of Moskva River where the stadium was built, translating roughly as "The Meadows".
Today I watched a match played here on TV and read reviews on sites. Thought of sharing those reviews.
It is one of the venues of Football World Cup 2018. Earlier today match between Germany and Mexico was played here. Mexico won by a goal. Goal was scored by Lozano.
How to get to Luzhniki Stadium
Luzhniki Stadium is located on the Luzhniki Sports Complex, an area of sports facilities and park land in a bend of the Moskva River about 6 kilometres south-west of Moscow’s city centre.
The stadium can be reached with the red metro line 1. Station Sportivnaya, or alternatively Vorob’yovy Gory, both lie within short walking distance of the stadium. Line 1 directly connects with Moscow’s city centre, and the ride from either Okhotny Ryad or Biblioteka takes no more than 10 minutes.
Luzhniki Stadium lies practically adjacent to Moscow’s Third Ring Road. If arriving by car, orientate yourself with regards to the Moscow River and take the first exit after crossing the Moscow River at the bend where the...
Read moreLuzhniki Stadium (Russian: стадион «Лужники», IPA: [stədʲɪˈon lʊʐnʲɪˈkʲi]) is the national stadium of Russia, located in its capital city, Moscow. Its total seating capacity of 81,000 makes it the largest football stadium in Russia and one of the largest stadiums in Europe. The stadium is a part of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, and is located in Khamovniki District of the Central Administrative Okrug of Moscow city. The name Luzhniki derives from the flood meadows in the bend of Moskva River where the stadium was built, translating roughly as "The Meadows".
Luzhniki was the main stadium of the 1980 Olympic games, hosting the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as some of the competitions, including the final of the football tournament. A UEFA Category 4 stadium, Luzhniki hosted UEFA Cup Final in 1999 and UEFA Champions League Final in 2008. The stadium also hosted such events as 1973 Summer Universiade and 2013 World Championships in Athletics. It was named the main stadium of 2018 FIFA World Cup and will host 7 matches of the tournament, including the opening match and the final.
In the past its field has been used as the home ground (at various times) for football games played by CSKA Moscow, Spartak Moscow and Torpedo Moscow, however, there are currently no clubs based at the stadium. Today it is mainly used as one of the home grounds of the Russian national football team. The stadium is used from time to time for various other sporting events and for concerts. It also used to host Russian...
Read moreLuzhniki Stadium is a major sports stadium located in Moscow, Russia. Here are some key points about Luzhniki Stadium:
Location: Luzhniki Stadium is situated in the Khamovniki District of Moscow, near the Luzhniki Metro station.
Capacity: It is one of the largest stadiums in Russia, with a seating capacity of over 81,000 spectators. The capacity can be expanded for certain events.
History: Luzhniki Stadium has a rich history and has hosted numerous significant sporting events. It was originally opened in 1956 and underwent extensive renovations in preparation for the 1980 Summer Olympics.
Sporting Events: The stadium has been the venue for various major sports events, including the 1980 Summer Olympics, the 2008 UEFA Champions League Final, and matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, including the final where France won the championship.
Renovations: Luzhniki Stadium underwent substantial renovations leading up to the 2018 FIFA World Cup, modernizing its facilities and ensuring it met international standards.
Multifunctional Venue: In addition to football matches, Luzhniki Stadium hosts concerts, cultural events, and other large-scale gatherings.
The stadium is a significant landmark in Moscow and has played a central role in hosting major international sporting competitions...
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