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The Oval Stadium Going to the Match - Glentoran FC
The Oval (currently known as The BetMcLean Oval for sponsorship reasons) is a football stadium in Belfast, Northern Ireland, which has been home to Glentoran F.C. since 1892.
In 1941, the stadium was severely damaged by aerial bombing during the Belfast blitz of World War II and was unusable until 1949. A new main stand was constructed in 1953. The stadium was refurbished with a new stand built in 2000, but requires consistent maintenance to fulfill health and safety requirements and its total capacity is currently restricted to 6, 050. The Oval has occasionally hosted the final of the Irish Cup as well as hosting the final of the County Antrim Shield and the Setanta Cup.
As of August 2021, the Oval has been sponsored by bookmakers A. McLeans in a five-year, £250, 000 deal, with the name of the Oval becoming the BetMcLean Oval. Sports Stadia Art is dedicated to bringing you this stunning collection of stadium artwork. © Sports Stadia Art Ltd
Media ID 32621890
Filename: The Oval Stadium GTM - Glentoran FC JKM.jpg
Size: 1143 x 770 (1.2MB)
Date: 18th September 2023
Source: Sports Stadia Art
Club Football Ground Soccer Stadia Stadium The Oval
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The Oval Stadium Going to the Match - Glentoran FC - A Historic Home Ground
This print captures the essence of The Oval Stadium, home to Glentoran F. C. , in all its glory. Nestled in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this iconic football stadium has witnessed countless moments of triumph and passion since 1892. The stadium's rich history is etched into its very foundations. During World War II, The Oval suffered severe damage from aerial bombing during the infamous Belfast blitz. However, true resilience prevailed as it was rebuilt and reopened for matches in 1949. In 1953, a new main stand was erected, adding to the stadium's grandeur. Over time, The Oval underwent refurbishments and improvements to meet modern standards while preserving its heritage. In 2000, a new stand was constructed with meticulous attention paid to health and safety requirements. Today, although limited by capacity restrictions due to ongoing maintenance needs, The Oval remains an emblematic venue for football enthusiasts across Northern Ireland. Notably, this historic ground has hosted prestigious events such as the Irish Cup final along with the County Antrim Shield final and Setanta Cup finals on occasion—a testament to its significance within Northern Irish football. In recent years, The Oval proudly bears the name BetMcLean Oval after securing a sponsorship deal with bookmakers A. McLeans—an alliance that ensures continued support for Glentoran FC's endeavors on their hallowed turf. As you gaze upon this stunning artwork capturing The Oval Stadium going towards another thrilling matchday atmosphere—feel inspired by its enduring legacy and unwavering spirit that have made it an integral part of Northern Ireland's soccer culture.
