King Fahad Stadium / Populous

Public / Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Source: Designboom · Published: 2026-06-11

Populous has renovated the 1980s-era King Fahad Stadium in Riyadh, introducing a new cable net roof and reusing existing structures to enhance its capacity in preparation for the 2034 World Cup. The project incorporates climate-responsive strategies, positioning the stadium as a modern sports venue while respecting its historical significance.

  • public
  • saudiarabia