GD Estoril Praia · Estoril, Portugal
Estádio António Coimbra da Mota is a soccer venue located in Estoril, Portugal, with a seating capacity of 5,094. It is home to GD Estoril Praia, who compete in Primeira Liga. Estádio António Coimbra da Mota is one of 32 venues in Portugal tracked on TurfNurd, and ranks 17th among Primeira Liga stadiums by capacity.
Nestled in the elegant coastal town of Estoril, just a short train ride from Lisbon, the Estadio António Coimbra da Mota offers visitors an authentic Portuguese football experience far from the massive concrete bowls of Europe's mega clubs. This intimate 8,000-seat venue serves as home to G.D. Estoril Praia, a club that punches above its weight in Portugal's top division, and the compact setting means you'll be close enough to the action to hear every shout from the players and feel the passion radiating from the local supporters who fill the stands on match days.
What makes a trip to this stadium particularly special is its location in one of Portugal's most charming resort towns, famous for its casino, beaches, and belle époque architecture. You can easily combine your football pilgrimage with a day exploring Estoril's waterfront promenade, sampling fresh seafood at local restaurants, or even taking a quick trip to nearby Cascais. The stadium itself maintains that wonderfully unpretentious atmosphere you find at smaller Portuguese grounds, where football feels like a community gathering rather than a corporate spectacle. If you're lucky enough to catch a reserve team match here as well, you'll experience an even more laid-back vibe while perhaps spotting the next Portuguese star before they make it big.
