Key facts
| Address | Antananarivo, Madagascar |
| Capacity | 22,000 |
Description
Mahamasina Municipal Stadium is located in the city of Antnanarivo, the capital of Madagascar. This multi-purpose 22,000 capacity stadium, is mostly used for soccer matches.
FAQ
Mahamasina Municipal Stadium is located in Antananarivo, the capital city of Madagascar.
The stadium was opened in 1962.
The stadium has a capacity of approximately 22,000 spectators.
The stadium primarily hosts football (soccer) matches. It is the home stadium of the Madagascar national football team.
The name “Mahamasina” comes from the Malagasy language. “Maha” means “that which makes” and “masina” means “holy” or “sacred”. The area where the stadium is located has historical significance in Malagasy culture.
Yes, the stadium has hosted various important events. It is regularly used for national celebrations, including Independence Day festivities. It has also hosted African Cup of Nations qualification matches.
