Key facts

SurfaceGrass
Address Avenue de France, Bangui, Central African Republic
Capacity 20,000 (50,000 maximum allowed for domestic football matches)
Build Date 2006
Where is Barthelemy Boganda Stadium located? 4.3744°N 18.5643°E

Description

Barthelemy Stadium is located in the capital city Bangui, a port on the Ubangi River, near the Zaire border. This multi-purpose stadium has a capacity of 20,000 and is mostly used for soccer matches.

FAQ

Where is the Barthélemy Boganda Stadium located?

The Barthélemy Boganda Stadium is located in Bangui, the capital city of the Central African Republic.

When was the stadium opened?

The stadium was opened in 1986.

Why is it called Barthélemy Boganda Stadium?

The stadium is named after Barthélemy Boganda, a prominent political figure who is considered the father of the Central African Republic. Boganda played a crucial role in the country’s independence movement and served as the first Prime Minister of the Central African Republic.

What is the capacity of the stadium?

The Barthélemy Boganda Stadium has a capacity of approximately 50,000 spectators.

What sports are played in this stadium?

The stadium primarily hosts football (soccer) matches. It is the home stadium of the Central African Republic national football team.

Has the stadium hosted any major international events?

While specific international events may not be widely documented, the stadium has hosted various international football matches, including qualifying games for the Africa Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup.