AS Roma will continue playing at the Stadio Olimpico until at least the end of the 2027-28 season, following a new agreement with Sport e Salute, the organisation that owns the 70,000-seat venue.
The deal ensures Roma’s immediate future at the historic stadium, which the club has shared with city rivals Lazio since 1953. It also reflects a pragmatic move as Roma advances plans for its long-awaited new home in the Pietralata district of Rome — a project now unlikely to be completed before 2028.
Centenary Season at the Olimpico
The extension means Roma will mark its 100th anniversary in 2027 at the Stadio Olimpico. The club had originally targeted moving into its new Pietralata stadium in time for the centenary celebrations, but construction timelines now point to 2028 as the earliest completion date.
In its statement, Roma described the Stadio Olimpico as an “important bridge” while progress continues on the new venue, which remains central to the club’s long-term ambitions.
Stadium Project: Pietralata Vision
Roma unveiled the design for the Pietralata stadium in July 2023. Created by global architecture firm Populous, the venue is planned to have a base capacity of 55,000, expandable to 62,000, and feature the largest single-tier stand in Europe. The concept underlined Roma’s intent to build a modern, fan-focused venue that also serves as a global landmark for the club.
However, delays mean the targeted delivery date of 2027 has slipped. The project is Roma’s second attempt at a new stadium after the club abandoned its Tor di Valle plans in 2021, following ownership changes and planning complications.
Strategic Context: UEFA Euro 2032
The renewed deal with Sport e Salute aligns with preparations for UEFA Euro 2032, which Italy will co-host with Turkey. Sport e Salute described the agreement as part of an “innovative model” for managing the Foro Italico complex — ensuring the Stadio Olimpico remains a central venue for both Roma and Italian football during a transformative decade.
The Lazio Parallel
Roma’s rivals SS Lazio are also exploring alternatives to the Olimpico, with interest in redeveloping the Stadio Flaminio. This suggests that both Roman clubs are looking beyond their long-term tenancy at the Olimpico, each seeking greater control over their matchday environments and commercial opportunities.
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