Corinthians Face Women’s Club World Cup Semi-Final at Gtech Stadium
Corinthians are set to square off against Gotham FC in the semi-finals of FIFA’s inaugural Women’s Club World Cup. The match will take place at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium in London, scheduled for 9:30 AM Brasília time.
Gtech Community Stadium Overview
The Gtech Community Stadium is a modern venue, officially opened in August 2020. It has a seating capacity of 17,250, making it one of the smaller stadiums in the Premier League. Located in west London, near Kew Bridge, it is just 1.5 kilometers from the former home of Brentford FC, Griffin Park.
History and Development
The stadium’s development began in 2002, although initial plans included a monorail system that was later abandoned. Land for the current site was secured in 2012 on Lionel Road, following earlier deals in 2007 and 2008. The planning phase received approvals in 2013 from Hounslow Council, the Mayor of London, and the UK Government.
- 2016: A compulsory purchase order was finalized, paving the way for construction.
- 2017: The old Stratton Gentry Coal Works was demolished to clear the site.
- 2018: Major construction began, supported by a site located near a railway junction.
- 2020: The stadium was officially completed and began hosting football matches.
- 2022: Parts of the stadium were upgraded to include safe standing areas.
Significant Matches
The Gtech Community Stadium already made its mark in women’s football during the Women’s Euro 2022. It hosted four matches, including:
- Germany vs Denmark: 4-0
- Spain vs Denmark: 2-0
- Spain vs Denmark: 1-0
- Quarter-final match concluded with a 2-0 result.
As Corinthians prepare for their clash against Gotham FC, the Gtech Community Stadium stands ready to showcase another exciting chapter in women’s football.
