16 Facts About Lumen Field

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

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

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3.

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

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4.

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

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5.

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

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6.

Configuration of Lumen 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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7.

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

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8.

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

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9.

Lumen 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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10.

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

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11.

Lumen 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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12.

The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Canada and Mexico; Lumen 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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13.

Lumen 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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14.

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

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15.

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

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16.

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

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