Roma new stadium: Latest plans, photos and expected capacity

After years of constant challenges in Italy's ancient capital, the Roma new stadium project appears to be advancing.

Moving away from their home at Stadio Olimpico has proved incredibly difficult for Roma, although the club finally appears to be making progress.

That said, the club had previously presented definitive plans for a new stadium under previous owner James Pallotta, and they were ultimately scrapped before a single spade had entered the ground.

Latest updates on the new Roma stadium

September 2025 update: Fresh legal fight could stall Roma’s stadium construction

Despite the president of the Council of the National Order of Agronomists and Forest Doctors (Conaf) giving AS Roma the green light to cut down trees in a wooded area near the new stadium site, a new legal challenge has emerged.

Radio Roma Sound reported that a coalition called “Yes to the Park, No to the Stadium” has appealed to the Lazio Regional Court (TAR) in an effort to cancel the permit that allowed for the removal of trees in Pietralata. The group argues that several environmental and technical issues were not properly assessed before granting the authorisation to clear the forest. They are also seeking intervention from the Forestry Carabinieri, which could lead to further delays for Roma.

The coalition supports a new Roma stadium but opposes its location due to negative environmental impacts on local green spaces.

In other news, Siamo la Roma reports that UEFA and AS Roma are exploring the possibility of the club having two usable stadiums in preparation for Euro 2032. If this plan comes to fruition, Roma will be able to host matches at both the anticipated new Roma stadium and the existing Stadio Olimpico. This arrangement would provide Rome with two stadiums for the tournament.

August 2025 Update: Roma's new stadium overcomes environmental hurdles

An environmental dispute that has stalled progress between AS Roma and the Pietralata community has been resolved. A new report now offers the club fresh optimism, indicating the project's impact on the contested area will be minimal.

While Italy's complex legal procedures could delay the $1.1 billion project, with the club expected to incur costly mitigation in the process, the president of the Council of the National Order of Agronomists and Forest Doctors (Conaf) recently released a statement describing the contested land as ‘a wooded area of little vegetation and naturalistic value'.

According to Football Italia, the report was made public by the Environmental Department of the Municipality of Rome to quell doubts about Roma's resolve to build a new stadium.

Should Roma actualise their plans, the 15,000 square metres of forest will pave the way for the largest single stand in Europe.

Italian football club @OfficialASRoma has unveiled plans for a new 55,000-seat stadium and community district in Rome. Designed by @Populous, the stadium will feature the world’s largest Curva Sud or curved seating area.

The club has played at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico since 1953,… pic.twitter.com/IC6S7IcVSm

— The B1M (@TheB1M) November 5, 2024

Mid-July 2025 update: New petition claims Roma stadium project threatens bird habitat

A new petition could jeopardise AS Roma's plans for a new stadium.

According to reports in the Italian media, local community groups have filed a complaint with the Regional Administrative Court in Lazio to halt the project. A ruling on the matter is expected this week.

The petitioners argue that the removal of 26 trees near the stadium poses a threat to an ecosystem that is home to bats and birds, many of which are protected species.

Recently, the city of Rome authorised the cutting down of these trees in Pietralata to facilitate excavations at the proposed stadium site.

Additionally, those opposed to the tree removal are calling for a third-party committee to assess the potential environmental impact of such an action.

In a related development, Roma recently won an appeal to stop the removal of a scrapyard that had illegally occupied their new stadium site for over 20 years.

July 2025 update: Locals protest forest clearing at site of Roma new stadium

Roma's new stadium is set to be the most expensive in Italy, with construction costs estimated at €1 billion. The project is being designed by Populous, a globally renowned architectural firm, and will feature state-of-the-art facilities. The club is also committed to environmental sustainability and aims to complete the new stadium by 2028.

Crucially, political support from the Mayor of Rome, Roberto Gualtieri, has given the club the necessary momentum to move forward with the construction. This backing provides the political stability essential for undertaking such a large-scale project.

However, the project has encountered significant challenges. Approximately 100 residents of the Pietralata neighbourhood have expressed opposition to the archaeological and geological surveys being conducted. With 15,000 square meters of a nearby forest designated for the south stand of the new stadium, opposition to the project has intensified, especially concerning its potential impact on local flora and fauna.

Further, the planning report indicates that at least 50% of attendees are expected to arrive using public transport, something that has raised concerns about travel costs among Roma fans.

🏟️🌳 Pietralata, con il nuovo #stadio previsti 9 ettari di superficie a verde. Tutta l’area sarà immersa in un enorme parco completamente sostenibile di quasi 93mila mq, con 8mila mq di aree attrezzate e con l'impianto di 819nuovi alberi.

Leggi 👉 https://t.co/U9Psx2Kc6Z pic.twitter.com/HsHNP9uzmr

— Roma (@Roma) June 20, 2025

May 2025 update

The latest report by Il Messaggero indicates that Roma presented a mobility plan for their new stadium in March this year. With that, the club was expected to deposit the final project plan at Campidoglio by the end of April. However, it was later postponed following the death of Pope Francis.

The mobility plan gives details of the transportation system around Stadio della Roma and how they connects to the city, ensuring easy access to the venue. Il Messaggero further revealed that the plan shows that at least 55% of fans will use public transport to reach Stadio della Roma, with just 12% getting there by car. Moreover, 15% of fans will use a train or subway, especially from Tiburtina, connecting to Fiumicino Airport and several locations within Rome.

Also, in the plan, are details of 6,259-capacity parking spaces for cars and 5,713 spaces for motorcycles near the new stadium. Safety of cyclists and pedestrians is also taken seriously.

Most recently, in early May 2025, as reported by RomaPress, Friedkin Group returned to Trigoria, highlighting the significance of the next stages of presentations. Adding that the mayor of Rome now fully backs the project, which is a huge political milestone for Giallorossi as they remain hopeful of playing at the new stadium by 2028.

January 2025 update

Club CEO Lorenzo Vitali has stated that Roma is nearing the commencement of construction on their new stadium. Vitali aimed to clarify that the long-anticipated project would soon become a reality. Since the initial proposal for a new stadium surfaced in 2011, bureaucratic obstacles have hindered its progress, including tensions with the local community at the proposed stadium location.

On New Year's Eve, fans were taken aback by a visual presentation of the planned new stadium during a video message from the club's owners, the Friedkin Group. This signifies that 2025 will be a significant year for Giallorossi supporters, who have long awaited their stadium. A new facility for Roma also represents a major step toward modernisation, moving away from their current venue, which is nearing fifty years of age.

Reports indicate that the project's cost has now doubled, with construction expected to start in February 2025 and aimed for completion in 2027. When a feasibility study was unveiled in April 2022, the estimated cost of constructing a new stadium for Roma was around €570 million. However, as of January 2025, this figure will balloon to at least €1 billion for the new Roma stadium.

September 2024 update 

Roma aims to initiate the construction of its new stadium in 2025 and inaugurate the venue in 2027, coinciding with the club's centenary celebration. However, Roma still faces some regulatory challenges. Residents on the site designated for the new stadium are objecting to the project by submitting civil court motions. This matter is anticipated to be settled by the end of September.

July 2024 update 

Populous and Roma released images and videos of their planned new stadium design. The concept video for the new ground included a vision for the “Curva Sud,” which is intended to be the largest single stand in European football.

Ryan Friedkin said: “It was an honour to meet today with the Mayor of Rome, Roberto Gualtieri, and present our vision for the new stadium. This extraordinary stadium is not only a new home for AS Roma and its fans but also a landmark for all the citizens of Rome. The new Curva Sud, set to become the largest Curva in Europe, will be a powerful focal point that embodies the passion and energy of our supporters.”

September-October 2023 update

A public debate about Roma's potential new stadium took place in September and October 2023, creating two separate documents.

The first summarised the main observations of the debate, while the second summarised the themes. The combination of the two will be used to evaluate which issues will be explored further after the club presents the final project.

As with the vast majority of new stadium builds, the main concern is expected to be the potential impact on the environment in the surrounding area.

February 2023 update

In February 2023, it was announced that the project had gained “public interest status”. The City Council of Rome believe that Roma building a new stadium will help to regenerate the Pietralata district. It is estimated that the ground will hold 55,000 fans, possibly extending that number to 62,000.

The Mayor of Rome, Roberto Gualtieri, said: “By 2023, the definitive project and the deliberative services conference will be readied. The opening of the construction site is scheduled for 2024, with the inauguration in 2027 for the club’s celebratory year.” 

Roma new stadium an ongoing saga

Constructing a brand-new stadium is never easy and inevitably has many unforeseen complications. However, the situation at Roma has arguably been more complex than most.

Pallotta first presented the location for the club's new stadium at Tor Di Valle in 2016, and since then, very little real progress has been made. Indeed, the city of Rome has cycled through four different Mayors in the same timeframe.

In 2021, new owner Dan Friedkin announced that the club had scrapped those plans, citing political interference as the main reason the Roma new stadium project could not proceed.

The initial Tor Di Valle project was a disappointment for everyone associated with the club. Many fans were angry at those who made it nearly impossible for the Giallorossi to progress with their plans.

At least now, under the watch of the club's new ownership, there appears to be a glimmer of hope.

Roma's planned stadium in Pietralata

The club's most recent project involves building a new stadium in the Pietralata neighbourhood of Rome, the Italian capital.

Roberto Gualtieri, the city's current Mayor, encouraged Roma fans further in late 2023, saying, “We have welcomed the club’s willingness and commitment to build the stadium, and a piece of the road has already been taken.”

There is also reason to believe that the club's new stadium will be incredibly modern. Populous, the architectural company that helped construct Tottenham Hotspur's breathtaking new stadium, is working on the new project for the Giallorossi.

To further encourage Italian fans, the Friedkin group is reportedly prepared to invest approximately £513 million in the project, financed by Bank of America and JP Morgan. However, this figure is now expected to surpass £800 million.

The revenue generated from the new stadium is also expected to be around £60 million a year.

FGG says: New home for Roma

Roma are a huge club, and this new stadium marks a major step forward for them. Moving away from the Stadio Olimpico will be a major change for the club, but a new home in the long term will be a huge bonus. More importantly, it means Roma have a home of their own, not one they will share with other clubs.