Estádio José Alvalade
Sporting’s stadium (52,095 seats), a neighbour of the Luz, is Lisbon’s second venue.
Portugal · Lisbon
Estádio da Luz (Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica)
Host stadium Under renovation
Portugal’s largest stadium (68,100 seats) is to grow towards 80,000 seats by the end of 2029, in phases, without interrupting the season.
Opened in October 2003 for Euro 2004, the Estádio da Luz is Benfica’s home and the largest in the country. It hosted the 2014 and 2020 Champions League finals.
2030
In late 2025, Benfica set out a four-phase plan (around €75 million) to reach 80,000 seats: remodelling the first tier, lowering the pitch, safe standing areas (subject to Portuguese legislation) and extending the upper tier with a reinforced roof. The work takes place every year from May to August, with completion expected by the end of 2029.
On 6 January 2026, the socios approved the “Benfica District” project (€220 million) to redevelop the area around the stadium. Some reports present the Luz as a semi-final venue: FIFA has officially awarded nothing.
Getting there
Metro blue line, Colégio Militar/Luz or Alto dos Moinhos stations. Single ticket €1.90 (2026 fare), 24-hour Carris/Metro card €7.25. From the airport: red line then a change, about 35 minutes.
Sources
- Maisfutebol — Le directeur financier du Benfica détaille la croissance de la Luz vers 80 000 places (2025-12-17)
- MKT Esportivo — Les socios approuvent le projet Benfica District (2026-01)
Last checked : 30 August 2026
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