Brighton unveiled plans for the first purpose‑built women’s football stadium in the UK and Europe, a move that could redefine the sport’s infrastructure. Council approval arrived in October 2023, but construction delays delayed progress until now. The project will sit on Bennett’s Field, next to the Amex Stadium’s East Stand and supporting women’s fans everywhere.

The new venue will link to the main ground via a footbridge, offering a minimum capacity of 10,000 seats. Designed with female athletes and supporters in mind, it will feature bespoke changing rooms, recovery areas, and family‑friendly concourses. The club’s chairman, Tony Bloom, stressed the project’s role in elevating women’s football nationwide and players future.

Bloom said the stadium would open no later than the start of the 2030/31 season, a delay from an earlier 2027/28 target. By becoming the first dedicated women’s venue in the UK, Brighton joins North American clubs like KC Current and Denver Summit, who already operate purpose‑built facilities. This milestone signals shift toward gender‑specific infrastructure.

The ground will incorporate bespoke changing rooms, recovery areas, and family‑friendly concourses, aiming to create an atmosphere for fans. With the stadium linking directly to the main pitch, supporters can enjoy a seamless experience while the Seagulls cultivate a generation of talent on a purpose‑designed pitch. Brighton’s initiative sets a standard for women’s clubs global.