Brighton and Hove Albion have unveiled plans to build Europe's first stadium designed exclusively for women's football. The proposed venue, located at Bennett's Field next to the club's existing Amex Stadium, will have a minimum capacity of 10,000 and is expected to open for the 2030-31 season.
According to the club, the new stadium will 'provide a permanent home and identity for the women's team' and drive long-term fan growth. It will be connected to the Amex via a bridge walkway, with facilities tailored to elite female players, including specialized changing rooms, pitch standards, and recovery spaces.
The matchday experience is designed to be family-friendly, with breastfeeding rooms, baby changing areas, buggy parks, and social spaces on the concourse for events. Underground parking will also be available.
Zoe Johnson, managing director of women's and girls' football at Brighton, said: 'The prospect of a bespoke stadium, built exclusively for women's players, staff and supporters, is incredibly exciting. It is a project that is the first of its kind in the UK and Europe, and one of only three in the world.'
Brighton currently plays most of its Women's Super League matches at Crawley Town's Broadfield Stadium, about 20 miles away. The new stadium is intended to help the club compete consistently in the WSL and European competitions, while attracting key staff and building a passionate fanbase.
The club is working on a planning application and hopes the stadium will also host academy and development fixtures.