12 Facts About Perth Stadium

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Perth Stadium, currently known as Optus Stadium for sponsorship reasons, is a multi-purpose stadium in Perth, Western Australia, located in the suburb of Burswood.

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2.

Perth Stadium is primarily used for Australian rules football and cricket.

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3.

Perth Stadium was awarded the 2019 World Prix Versailles award in the Sports category.

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4.

Perth Stadium plans suggested its playing surface would have been oval in shape to accommodate Australian rules football and cricket games.

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Perth Stadium was expected to be primarily used for Australian rules football with the ability to host cricket, rugby union, rugby league and soccer matches.

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Ultimately, the name Perth Stadium was settled on as it was more representative of Western Australia.

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7.

Perth Stadium is serviced by over 50 food and beverage outlets, with patrons able to follow on-field action on TV screens.

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8.

Since late 2017, the Australia national cricket team play most of their Perth Stadium-based Tests, One Day and Twenty20 matches at the venue.

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9.

Perth Stadium became the 19th venue in Australia to host a One Day International cricket game.

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10.

On 21 April 2021, it was announced that the second match of the 2022 State of Origin series will be held at Optus Perth Stadium after managing to secure the event from the Australian Rugby League Commission for an undisclosed sum.

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11.

In July 2022, English Premier League clubs Manchester United, Aston Villa, Leeds United, and Crystal Palace will travel to Perth Stadium to compete in ICON - Perth Stadium's Festival of International Football.

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12.

Perth Stadium is capable of hosting major concerts and other entertainment events.

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