Real Madrid planning another major Bernabeu upgrade after 1.5bn redevelopment has left it TOO SMALL to host 2030 World Cup final

Real Madrid aims to upgrade the Bernabeu Stadium just after its major 1.5 billion euro redevelopment. The renovations have left the stadium with a capacity of 78,297, below the FIFA requirement of 80,000 for World Cup final host venues. With the 2030 World Cup being hosted in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, this presents a problem for Real Madrid's status. Competing venues like Barcelona's Camp Nou and Morocco's upcoming Grand Stade Hassan II could limit the Bernabeu’s chances of being selected for the final, prompting concerns and further plans for enhancement.

Real Madrid are planning another significant upgrade to the Bernabeu after a recent redevelopment project, prompted by concerns over its reduced capacity and eligibility to host a World Cup final.

FIFA regulations state that any stadium hosting a World Cup final must have a minimum capacity of 80,000, which currently excludes the newly renovated Bernabeu that holds only 78,297.

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