The updates include improved standards for spectator areas, better accessibility provisions, new minimum safety distances around the pitch, and clearer guidance on sanitary facilities that reflect changing fan demographics. Sustainability has also become a core consideration, shaping both construction and operational decision-making.
Chiabrera emphasised the importance of involving UEFA early in any stadium project. Through its free consultancy service, UEFA helps clubs identify compliance issues and optimise design long before construction begins.
This article provides only a brief overview.
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