"The Sun" compared the Premier League manuals of last season and this season and found that the stadium capacity of five Premier League clubs has changed compared with last season. In addition to Everton, which moved into a new stadium thi...
"The Sun" compared the Premier League manuals of last season and this season and found that the stadium capacity of five Premier League clubs has changed compared with last season.
In addition to Everton, which moved into a new stadium this summer (the home capacity increased from 39,414 to 52,769), there are 5 Premier League clubs whose stadium capacity has changed in the new season.
The most significant changes occurred at Fulham. Their epic £100 million riverside stand was finally fully opened in May, including an exclusive swimming pool, Michelin-starred chefs and beautiful views of the Thames. The project took six years, compounded by delays during the pandemic and the bankruptcy of the construction contractor. This means Craven Cottage's capacity jumps from 24,500 in August 2024 to 27,782 in August 2025.
However, Fulham fans are not the only ones in west London to experience seat changes. Down the Thames, Chelsea's Stamford Bridge can now accommodate fewer fans.
Due to fine-tuning of the old stadium, the capacity of Stamford Bridge dropped from 40,173 to 40,044, a decrease of 129. This may not be satisfactory for the large number of Chelsea fans who are eager to watch the game in person.
Therefore, although there are endless discussions about building a new stadium or even renovating the existing venue, for now, the capacity of Stamford Bridge has been reduced. Chelsea did not respond to a request from The Sun for an explanation of the reduced capacity.
There are many problems at Old Trafford, both on and off the field. Despite a leaky roof at the aging iconic stadium, at least the number of seats has increased slightly this season.
Manchester United has made slight adjustments to the seating layout of Old Trafford, adding 47 seats by transforming some of the evacuation passages in the stand area. This has increased the total capacity from 74,197 to 74,244 people, making the largest stadium in the Premier League even grander.
Aston Villa is spending 100 million pounds to renovate Villa Park, planning to rebuild the north stand and build a giant beer hall. However, as part of a series of stadium updates, the club added nearly 300 seats last season, increasing capacity from 42,918 to 43,205.
But the most subtle and inconspicuous of all changes occurred in Newcastle. Magpies fans have been calling for the stadium to be expanded to allow more passionate supporters into St James' Park. For now, however, Newcastle can only accommodate six additional new spectators this season.
Yes, the official capacity of St James' Park has taken a "huge leap" from 52,258 to 52,264, a literal six seats. "The Sun" joked that at this rate, St. James Park will not become a 70,000-capacity stadium until 4981.
