Chelsea new stadium 2018

You're referring to the new stadium of Chelsea Football Club, which is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in 2023.

Here are some key facts about the new stadium:

  1. Location: The new stadium will be built on the site of the current Stamford Bridge stadium, which has been Chelsea's home since 1877.
  2. Capacity: The new stadium will have a capacity of approximately 60,000 seats, making it one of the largest stadiums in the Premier League.
  3. Design: The stadium will be designed by architects Herzog & de Meuron, who are known for their work on the Beijing National Stadium and the Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg, Germany.
  4. Features: The new stadium will feature a retractable roof, which will allow for natural light and ventilation during matches. It will also have a state-of-the-art video scoreboard and improved player facilities.
  5. Cost: The estimated cost of the project is around £500 million (approximately $650 million USD).
  6. Timeline: The construction of the new stadium is expected to take around 3 years to complete, with the aim of opening the stadium in time for the 2023-2024 season.
  7. Naming rights: The stadium will not have a naming rights sponsor, with Chelsea FC opting to keep the stadium's name as "Stamford Bridge".

Here are some images of the new stadium's design:

[Image description: A rendering of the new Chelsea FC stadium, showing the retractable roof and the exterior design]

[Image description: A rendering of the new Chelsea FC stadium, showing the interior design and the seating areas]

Please note that the design and features of the new stadium are subject to change, and the project is still ongoing.