Pattaya Accelerates Long-Delayed Football Stadium Construction

Pattaya City is pushing to finalize a football stadium project that has faced construction delays for several years, spanning the tenures of multiple city administrations. According to Manoch Nongyai, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya, the project encountered significant structural issues regarding the grandstand roof, which required design modifications to meet safety and construction standards. With the design issues now resolved, work on the roof is nearing completion. The next phase of development will focus on installing the pitch and seating for over 20,000 spectators. Officials anticipate that the first phase of the stadium will be ready for public use by October 2027. Additionally, a fourth phase of the broader sports complex—which includes training fields, a swimming pool, and athlete housing intended for SEA Games support—is currently under construction. The swimming pool facility remains within its contractual timeline, and city officials are conducting monthly progress inspections to ensure the project stays on track. For residents and visitors, this development marks a significant step toward providing a major sports venue in the region. While the timeline for the first phase is set for late 2027, the final completion of the entire multi-phase sports complex remains subject to ongoing construction progress and adherence to contractual schedules.