Modernization and expansion of the stadium

From the official @ObrasBocaJuniors account, the club announced the start of new renovation works at the iconic Estadio Alberto J. Armando, better known as La Bombonera or The Temple of Football.
The administration led by president Juan Román Riquelme continues its push to modernize and enhance the infrastructure of Boca Juniors. This time, the club is set to carry out an ambitious series of works at its main stadium, aimed not only at improving general conditions of comfort and safety but also at increasing capacity for members and fans.

According to the announcement, the renovations will expand the stadium’s capacity from the current 57,200 spectators to over 80,000, a historic leap that excites the entire xeneize community. The possibility of fulfilling this long-awaited expansion —promised by the current management— is being met with huge anticipation, as it would represent a decisive step in the integral remodeling project dreamed of by directors, members, and supporters alike.

Works and renovations at La Bombonera

A new digital LED crest behind the giant screen: replacing the old crest with a brighter, more visible digital one, noticeable even from an airplane.

New five-star bathrooms in the popular stands: upgraded facilities with no leaks or flooding.

Demolition of the perimeter wall and replacement with fences, installation of LED lighting, new fencing around the pool, improved sidewalks, underground cable piping, resurfacing and expansion of the Playón ex 86 parking lot, remodeling of the Gate 18 entrance, and replacement of seats in the L and middle stands.

A new section for lifetime members where the old presidential box used to be, adding 72 new seats; resurfacing of the Playa 2 parking lot, reduction of fences in popular areas, modernization of accreditation offices, and renovation of stadium corridors.

Renovation of the main parking lot (Playa 2): paving of around 7,500 m², unifying the exterior façades.
Reduction of fencing in the Popular South Lower Stand: lowering the fence height to improve visibility from that sector.

Complete renovation of the players’ tunnel from the locker room to the pitch.

Delivery of yellow seats removed from the second tier to members: these were handed out for free after being replaced.

Improvements to the pitch: perforations with a Verti Drain machine for aeration and drainage, removal of winter grass, unification of the turf, weed control, sand dressing to stabilize and improve the surface.

New drainage system installed on the field.

Removal of upper fencing in the North Stand (La 12): eliminating the upper mesh to improve visibility.