About Ellis Park Stadium - ZA
Ellis Park Stadium (Emirates Airline Park) in Johannesburg—a historic 62,500-seat rugby & football venue, 1995 Rugby World Cup host, international concerts & premium hospitality. Founded in 1927–28 and significantly renovated in 1982 and 2009, Ellis Park holds 62,567 for rugby/football and 55,686 for soccer during the 2010 World Cup. It hosted the legendary 1995 Rugby World Cup final and several group matches during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. With a storied history—including use for cricket until 1956 and renaming to Coca-Cola Park (2008–12)—Ellis Park hosts global rugby and football events, international concerts, and corporate hospitality. (CAPACITY:62,567; Year Opened:1928)
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