Reg » Thu Jul 19, 2012 3:04 am wrote:So why did Arsenal build a new stadium?
The post-Taylor capacity of Highbury was limited to 38,419, while Arsenal's success during the 1990s and 2000s meant that virtually every home match was filled to near capacity.[22] Restrictions, such as the East Stand's status as a listed building and the fact the stadium was surrounded on all sides by a residential area, made any future expansion of Highbury difficult and expensive.[23] Eventually Arsenal decided to leave Highbury and construct a new stadium, the Emirates Stadium in nearby Ashburton Grove, which opened in July 2006. Arsenal's offices were moved to a new building, Highbury House, which was named in commemoration of the former stadium.[24]
The Emirates, is an association football stadium located in Islington, North London, England. It is the current home of Arsenal Football Club. At a capacity of 60,361, the Emirates is the third-largest football stadium in England after Wembley and Old Trafford and fourth-largest in the United Kingdom.
Anfield's capacity is only 7,000 more than the old Highbury. We need a 60-65,000 seater and Arsenal had the same local community issues we have etc..
I don't buy into this 300 million for 15,000 seats Sh*t, either people have the vision to see what you can achieve with a new stadium or they haven't.
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And win nothing for 7 years because the 'new' highbury lacks soul and vision?
I read what your saying - but each case must be taken individually. We are not Arsenal, set up in the North of London are we..?
Ultimately, let's face it - this is why (apart from funds) none of us own Football clubs! We have to show patience and respect to those who do. Respect is earned, so we'll have to wait and see what the conclusion is? If they F@ck it up then we can moan!!!!! LOAD!!!!!!!!!!