UK Government Will Not Fund Casement Park Redevelopment for Euro 2028
The UK government has announced it will not provide funding for the redevelopment of Casement Park in Belfast, which was intended to host matches for Euro 2028, due to rising costs and time constraints. The estimated cost for the project has increased to over £400 million, significantly higher than the initial estimate of £180 million.
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Highlights
- The UK government will not fund the redevelopment of Casement Park in Belfast in time for Euro 2028.
- The estimated cost of rebuilding Casement Park has risen from £180 million to over £400 million.
- Casement Park was set to host five matches during Euro 2028, which is jointly hosted by the UK and Ireland.
- The UK government cited a significant risk that the stadium would not be completed in time for the tournament.
- Casement Park has been derelict since June 2013 and was originally built in 1953.
Perspectives
- Michelle O'Neill, the Irish nationalist leader, expressed disappointment over the decision, viewing it as a missed opportunity for local sport and the economy.
- There are concerns regarding the lack of funding and progress for the stadium redevelopment, with some stakeholders questioning why Windsor Park was not selected as a host venue.