Key facts
| Address | Bowsher, Muscat, Oman |
| Capacity | 34,000 |
| Build Date | 1985 |
| Architect | Roy Lancaster Associates |
| Who is the owner of Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex? | Government |
| Pitch Size | 50 Hectares |
| Where is Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex located? | 23°34′23″N 58°23′58″E |
| Surface | Grass |
FAQ
The Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex was officially opened in 1985.
The complex is named after Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, who ruled Oman from 1970 to 2020. It was common practice in Oman to name significant national projects after the ruling Sultan.
The main stadium in the complex has a seating capacity of approximately 34,000 spectators.
The Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex hosts various sporting events, including:
football matches (it’s the home stadium for the Oman national football team);
athletics competitions;
cultural events and celebrations.
The complex is located in Bausher, a suburb of Muscat, the capital city of Oman.
The Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex includes:
a main stadium with a running track;
training fields;
an indoor sports hall;
an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
The complex underwent significant renovations in preparation for the 19th Gulf Cup, which Oman hosted in 2009. These renovations improved the facilities and modernized the complex.
