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"Soccer fans, welcome home!"

With these words, on May 7, 2008, Joey Saputo, Chairman of the Club, concluded his speech about the new stadium in front of the medias, 12 days before the official inauguration of Stade Saputo. Located at the heart of Montreal’s Olympic Park, Stade Saputo is the home of CF Montréal’s first team for Major League Soccer (MLS), Canadian Championship, and Leagues Cup matches. The stadium also hosts international events, including Concacaf Champions League matches and games featuring Canada’s women’s national team. With its sleek, modern design and a capacity of 19,619 seats, the venue has become an iconic gathering place for soccer in Quebec over the years. Discover this unique stadium, the site of the most significant moments in the recent history of the Bleu-blanc-noir!

STADIUM PICTURES
STADIUM PICTURES
THE STADIUM IN 6 MEMORABLE DATES
THE STADIUM IN 6 MEMORABLE DATES
May 19, 2008
May 19, 2008
Stade Saputo Inauguration

Stade Saputo Inauguration

Financed with private funds at a cost of $17 million, including a $7.5 million contribution from the Saputo family, Stade Saputo is completely changing the reality of the Montreal sport landscape and the Impact, as it finally allows fans to experience their favorite sport in a stadium entirely dedicated to soccer, a first in Quebec. Initially built with a capacity of 13,034 seats, the stadium opens its doors on May 19, 2008 for the opening game of the 2008 season against the Vancouver Whitecaps.

October 17, 2009
October 17, 2009
Winner of Championship Series

Winner of Championship Series

After winning the first match of the series against their Canadian rivals, the Vancouver Whitecaps, on October 10 at Swangard, the Impact hosted the crucial match of this final series on aggregate. Already in a good position, the Impact didn't hold back, securing a second victory of 3-1 in front of a full house of 13,034 spectators. Tony Donatelli, Joey Gjertsen, and Roberto Brown scored in this historic victory, allowing the club to lift their third Championship Series Cup.

June 16, 2012
June 16, 2012
First match in the renovated stadium

First match in the renovated stadium

The local MLS home opener. While the stadium expansion was underway, the team played six matches at the Olympic Stadium and a few away games. But the wait was worth it, and in their first match in the renovated stadium, the Impact defeated the Seattle Sounders 4-1. Felipe, Wenger, Mapp, and Bernier all scored in this historic victory.

September 6, 2015
September 6, 2015
Didier Drogba's fabulous hat-trick

Didier Drogba's fabulous hat-trick

An unforgettable evening. In his second MLS match with the Impact, Ivorian striker and designated player Didier Drogba scored a hat-trick, igniting Stade Saputo. Trailing 2-3 at the hour mark, the Bleu-blanc-noir turned the game around and ultimately defeated the Chicago Fire 4-3 in an electrifying atmosphere.

October 29, 2015
October 29, 2015
First victory in MLS Cup playoffs

First victory in MLS Cup playoffs

The Montreal Impact became the first Canadian team to win a Major League Soccer playoff match by defeating Toronto FC 3-0 at Stade Saputo and qualifying for the Eastern Conference semifinals. Patrice Bernier, Nacho Piatti, and Didier Drogba were the scorers in this historic victory at Stade Saputo.

November 21, 2021
November 21, 2021
Fifth title in the Canadian Championship

Fifth title in the Canadian Championship

In front of 12,000 spectators at Stade Saputo, with attendance limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CF Montréal triumphed over their rivals Toronto FC 1-0 thanks to a goal by Romell Quioto, securing their fifth title in the history of the Voyageurs Cup after 2008, 2013, 2014, and 2019.

SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity: 19,619 seats

Seats under the roof: 6,948 seats

Pitch: Natural grass, 120 yards x 75 yards

Corporate boxes: 36

Parking: 6 underground parking lots, for a total of 4,000 parking places

Subway: Accessible by two stations, Viau and Pie-IX

Food concessions: 110

Boutiques (3): 1 permanent and 2 temporary opens during matchdays

LOCATION
Location