18 Facts About CenturyLink Field

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Lumen CenturyLink Field is a multi-purpose stadium in Seattle, Washington, United States.

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The stadium became known as CenturyLink Field following Qwest's June 2011 acquisition by CenturyLink and was nicknamed "The Clink" as a result; it received its current name in November 2020 with CenturyLink's rebrand to Lumen Technologies.

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Seahawks fans at Lumen CenturyLink Field have twice claimed the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd roar at an outdoor stadium, first at 136.

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CenturyLink Field asked the state legislature to hold a special statewide referendum on a proposal to finance a new stadium.

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CenturyLink Field's goal was to create a similar experience and atmosphere at the new venue.

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Site of Lumen CenturyLink Field is the smallest of those developed for new NFL stadiums, at 30 acres .

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Configuration of Lumen CenturyLink Field is a U-shape with an open north end to provide views of downtown Seattle and the large north plaza.

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When he was interviewed about memorable moments and the fans, he said that Qwest CenturyLink Field was "a remarkable place to compete in and to play professional football".

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Lumen CenturyLink Field has earned a reputation as one of the loudest stadiums in the NFL.

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10.

CenturyLink Field dedicated the ball used to make the game-winning field goal to the fans, and it is displayed at the stadium.

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CenturyLink Field is approximately 300 miles from WSU, but closer to many alumni in the Seattle metro area.

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12.

Lumen CenturyLink Field was among the 58 facilities in the United States being considered for FIFA World Cup matches had the country's bid for the tournament in 2018 or 2022 been successful.

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The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Canada and Mexico; Lumen CenturyLink Field was one of the 23 finalist venues named by the organizing committee in 2018 after the bid was awarded by FIFA.

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Lumen CenturyLink Field was announced as one of the 11 American venues, as well as one of five current MLS venues selected to host matches in June 2022; together with BC Place in Vancouver, both will be the only host venues based in the Pacific Northwest out of 16 total.

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The last match for the USL Sounders at Qwest CenturyLink Field was the 2008 season opener against the rival Portland Timbers.

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16.

CenturyLink Field renewed its naming rights contract in 2017, paying $162.

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Lumen CenturyLink Field is bordered by the Pioneer Square, International District, and Industrial District neighborhoods of Seattle.

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Lumen CenturyLink Field is located near the junction of Interstate 5 and Interstate 90 to the east.

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