Olomouc, Ander Stadium
Friday, October 24, 2014
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Ander Stadium
Capacity: 12,566
Matches: Italy v Sweden, Sweden v England, England v Italy, Semi-final 1 (winner Group B v runner-up Group A)
• Opened in 1940, the stadium underwent a major reconstruction in 2010. It has hosted nine matches involving the senior Czech national side.
• The Ander Stadium is named after Josef Ander, a local businessman and philanthropist who also sponsored football in Olomouc.
• The arena is home to Sigma Olomouc, who were relegated to the Czech second tier at the end of the 2013/14 season after 30 years in the top flight.
• Olomouc has a population of around 101,000 and is famous for its university and historical centre. Known for its many cultural events and festivals, Olomouc is the largest city in Moravia.