Atlético Madrid’s home ground is now officially called the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. It was previously known as Cívitas Metropolitano and, before that, Wanda Metropolitano. The Madrid stadium opened in 2017, staged the 2019 UEFA Champions League final and remains one of Spain’s major football venues. This guide explains its name changes, history and visitor essentials. Source: Atlético de Madrid’s official stadium guide.
From Wanda to Cívitas to Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Atlético de Madrid opened its new stadium on September 16, 2017, with a LaLiga match against Málaga. It replaced the Vicente Calderón, which originally opened as Estadio Manzanares on October 2, 1966 and was renamed in 1971. The new ground was initially called Wanda Metropolitano, became Cívitas Metropolitano in 2022, and later took its current Riyadh Air Metropolitano name under a naming-rights agreement. LaLiga on the Vicente Calderón’s history.
Architecture and Design
The current Riyadh Air Metropolitano has an approximate capacity of 70,692 spectators, according to Atlético de Madrid. About 96% of seats are covered by the roof; that does not mean the playing field has a retractable roof. The design prioritizes spectator visibility, accessibility and crowd circulation. Official stadium specifications.
Unforgettable football moments
Since opening in 2017, the Metropolitano has hosted important club matches and European fixtures. Its most prominent showpiece was the 2019 UEFA Champions League final, in which Liverpool defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2–0. Correction: The 2019 UEFA Nations League final between Portugal and the Netherlands was played at Estádio do Dragão in Porto, not at Atlético’s stadium. UEFA match record.
Every fan’s paradise
For Atlético supporters, the Riyadh Air Metropolitano is a major matchday destination. Fans can check the club’s official website for current stadium tours, visiting access and booking arrangements rather than relying on old ticket or tour prices.
The heart of Atletico Madrid
The Riyadh Air Metropolitano is Atlético Madrid’s home for domestic and European matches. The stadium is located in the city’s northeast, close to the M-40, Madrid-Barajas Airport and IFEMA. For the club’s current results and fixtures, visit our LaLiga schedule.
What lies ahead
The stadium’s naming rights and seating arrangements have evolved since its 2017 opening. Atlético’s current official guide states a capacity of approximately 70,692. Ticket prices, tour opening hours and availability vary by event, so the old fixed €30–€300 figures have been removed. Check the club’s official channels for current access details.
Riyadh Air Metropolitano Today
The stadium continues to serve Atlético Madrid under its Riyadh Air Metropolitano name. Its opening in 2017, subsequent naming changes and role as host of the 2019 UEFA Champions League final form the enduring history of the ground.
Key features of the Riyadh Air Metropolitano include:
- Approximately 70,692 seats, according to Atlético Madrid
- Dynamic architecture and sleek design
- Stadium tours subject to the club’s current visitor information
- Cutting-edge facilities and amenities
- Electric atmosphere on matchday
Future infrastructure
- Capacity has increased since its original opening; the club’s current stadium guide lists about 70,692 seats.
- Integration of advanced technologies for improved fan experience
- Sustainable initiatives to reduce environmental impact
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Fact-check updated October 28, 2026: Stadium naming, approximate capacity and opening date verified with Atlético de Madrid; incorrect old claims about the Vicente Calderón and 2019 Nations League final have been corrected.
