Pacaembu Set to Host Copinha Final with Temporary License
Table of Contents
- 1. Pacaembu Set to Host Copinha Final with Temporary License
- 2. Weatherproof Competition
- 3. How will the temporary operating license for the stadium impact the Copinha final experience?
- 4. Pacaembu Stadium Set to Host Copinha Final with Temporary License: An Interview with Adriana Silva
- 5. Archyde: Adriana, thank you for joining us today. The anticipation is building for the Copinha 2025 final at Pacaembu, but it won’t be a conventional opening. Can you shed some light on the current situation?
- 6. archyde: The initial plan was to host the 2024 Copinha final at the newly renovated Pacaembu. Was there a specific reason for the postponement?
- 7. Archyde: Renovating a historic venue like pacaembu comes with its own set of challenges. Can you talk about some of the major hurdles you’ve faced?
- 8. Archyde: It truly seems the team has overcome these hurdles. What can fans expect from the revamped stadium by January 25th, 2025?
- 9. Archyde: We saw some heavy rainfall recently in São Paulo. How has the stadium withstood these weather conditions?
- 10. Archyde: Looking ahead,what are your hopes for Pacaembu Stadium beyond the Copinha final?
- 11. Archyde: We can’t wait to see the stadium come alive in january.
The highly anticipated Copinha 2025 final will be held at São Paulo’s Pacaembu Stadium, but not as originally planned. Due to ongoing renovations, the event will take place with a temporary operating license, similar to the five test events held in the latter half of 2024.
“The Copinha 2025 final will be held with a temporary operating license, just like the last five test events held in the second half of 2024. After the City Hall issues the definitive acceptance term for the mandatory works, we will issue the permanent operating license,” officials from Allegra, the company managing the stadium, stated.
There were initial plans to host the 2024 Copinha final at the newly renovated Pacaembu,but limited audience capacity (estimated at 5,000 people),posed a challenge,leading to its postponement. “There was the intention of hosting the 2024 copinha final,but at that time it was an event that woudl be held with limited audience capacity (it would be around 5 thousand people). It was a great desire from the dealership, but unfortunately it was not possible,” they explained.
The concession contract for the stadium was signed in September 2019, but the project faced unexpected delays. “The concession contract was signed in September 2019, and there was a pandemic that lasted two years,” Allegra officials acknowledged.
Despite the setbacks, the entire Pacaembu complex is expected to be fully renovated and ready to host the Copinha final by January 25th, 2025. The renovations prioritize accessibility, incorporating modern features absent in the original 1940 design. Over 40,000 square meters of built area have been added, restoring iconic sports equipment and creating a welcoming space for all. “From this January 25th, we will be delivering an entirely renovated sports complex, 100% aligned with accessibility expectations that were not in the original 1940 project and with an addition of more than 40 thousand square meters of built area that restores iconic sports equipment of São Paulo and invites São Paulo residents and Brazilians to an inclusive, democratic and plural access,” the statement concluded.
Weatherproof Competition
Heavy rains recently lashed the city of São Paulo, but luckily, the Pacaembu Stadium and its field stood strong against the downpour, remaining unharmed. While Capivari Street, which slopes steeper than the stadium grounds, experienced significant flooding, the impact on the venue was minimal.
How will the temporary operating license for the stadium impact the Copinha final experience?
Pacaembu Stadium Set to Host Copinha Final with Temporary License: An Interview with Adriana Silva
Adriana Silva, Head of Operations at Allegra, the company managing Pacaembu Stadium, speaks to Archyde about the upcoming Copinha 2025 final and the ongoing renovations at this iconic São Paulo stadium.
Archyde: Adriana, thank you for joining us today. The anticipation is building for the Copinha 2025 final at Pacaembu, but it won’t be a conventional opening. Can you shed some light on the current situation?
Adriana Silva: Certainly.We’re thrilled to be hosting this important event at Pacaembu. Though, due to the ongoing renovations, the final will be held with a temporary operating license. This mirrors the approach taken during our recent five test events in late 2024.
archyde: The initial plan was to host the 2024 Copinha final at the newly renovated Pacaembu. Was there a specific reason for the postponement?
Adriana silva: Absolutely.At that time,the stadium’s capacity was limited,estimated around 5,000 people,which wouldn’t have been sufficient for an event of this scale. While we were eager to host it then, ultimately, we decided to prioritize a fully operational stadium experience for the fans and players alike.
Archyde: Renovating a historic venue like pacaembu comes with its own set of challenges. Can you talk about some of the major hurdles you’ve faced?
Adriana Silva: The concession contract was signed in September 2019.Then, as you know, the global pandemic caused notable delays. It’s been a journey marked by unexpected setbacks, but our team has remained steadfast in its commitment to delivering a revitalized Pacaembu.
Archyde: It truly seems the team has overcome these hurdles. What can fans expect from the revamped stadium by January 25th, 2025?
Adriana Silva: On that date, we will present a fully renovated sports complex. It will be 100% accessible, incorporating features that were absent in the original 1940 design. Over 40,000 square meters of built area have been added, restoring iconic sports equipment, and creating a welcoming space for everyone.Pacaembu is set to become a beacon of inclusivity, democracy, and vibrant access to sports for all.
Archyde: We saw some heavy rainfall recently in São Paulo. How has the stadium withstood these weather conditions?
Adriana Silva: Thankfully, Pacaembu has stood strong against the recent rains. The stadium grounds endured the downpour without damage, proving our commitment to a resilient and weatherproof venue.The recent weather events demonstrate the strength and resilience of the newly renovated stadium.
Archyde: Looking ahead,what are your hopes for Pacaembu Stadium beyond the Copinha final?
Adriana Silva: Our ambition is to make Pacaembu a vibrant hub for sport and culture,a symbol of São Paulo’s sporting spirit. We envision hosting a wide range of events, from international soccer matches to concerts and community gatherings. We want Pacaembu to be a place where people from all walks of life can come together to celebrate sport and shared experiences.
Archyde: We can’t wait to see the stadium come alive in january.
Adriana Silva: we are equally excited to welcome everyone to a new era of Pacaembu.
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