My Dinh Stadium deepens, upgrades drainage system

(Dan Tri) - My Dinh Stadium is undergoing a comprehensive renovation. The focus of the project is not only to renew the grass surface but also to upgrade and redo the entire drainage system and the field foundation.

The serious degradation of My Dinh National Stadium ( Hanoi ) has become a persistent problem that has attracted public attention for a long time.

The culmination of this degradation was the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) being forced to make the decision that it could not organize the Vietnam National Team's home matches at the "fire pit" My Dinh Stadium after the AFF Cup 2024.

The ongoing comprehensive renovation is the biggest upgrade of the stadium since the 31st SEA Games. The construction process is expected to last more than 3 months. During this time, My Dinh Stadium will temporarily suspend all sports , entertainment and performance activities.

According to Dan Tri reporter's investigation, the field surface will be dug 40-50cm deep to rebuild the drainage system to solve the flooding problem, along with the grass irrigation system will also be upgraded so that My Dinh Stadium can return to its best appearance and quality.

The renovation work at My Dinh National Stadium is taking place urgently on the morning of November 11. The entire old grass layer at the field has been removed, and the field foundation is being treated deeply and thoroughly to prepare for planting new high-quality grass.

In this renovation, My Dinh Stadium will be made into 7 layers. This is part of the process of replacing and replanting the field, including preparing the base layer and a new layer of grass called Zeon Zoysia, the grass variety grown at famous stadiums such as Old Trafford or Anfield in the Premier League. It is expected that My Dinh Stadium will be able to start planting grass by February 2026.

Mechanical vehicles are rushing to complete the ground on the old foundation. My Dinh Stadium is being comprehensively renovated with a total cost of about 10 billion VND from the state budget.

The money will be distributed in two installments: the first installment of VND8 billion will be used to renovate the ground, including digging and renewing the entire ground, expected to be completed by the end of this year. The second installment, VND2 billion, will be dedicated to laying new grass.

The pipes of the drainage system are transported inside My Dinh Stadium to prepare for installation.

The seats for the Coaching Staff are being neatly arranged, waiting to be installed on the newly completed field.

This comprehensive renovation is bringing great expectations for a completely new look for My Dinh National Stadium - the symbol of Vietnamese sports.

The project not only aims to overcome the degradation but is also a strategic step, orienting My Dinh Stadium to return to its worthy position, meeting all technical standards to successfully host and organize major international sporting events in the future.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/the-thao/san-van-dong-my-dinh-dao-sau-nang-cap-he-thong-thoat-nuoc-20251111145901689.htm