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The Hawthorns

West Bromwich Albion · West Bromwich, England

EFL Championship soccer stadium active
85
TurfNurd Score — Iconic venue
Based on capacity, historical significance and visitor interest
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Team
West Bromwich Albion
Capacity
26,688
Year Built
1900
Surface
grass
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Country

About The Hawthorns

The Hawthorns is a soccer venue located in West Bromwich, England, with a seating capacity of 26,688. It is home to West Bromwich Albion, who compete in EFL Championship. The Hawthorns is one of 93 venues in England tracked on TurfNurd, and ranks 11th among EFL Championship stadiums by capacity.

About The Hawthorns

The Hawthorns holds the distinction of being the first Football League ground built in the 20th century, constructed in just four months and opening in September 1900 as the home of West Bromwich Albion. This historic stadium in the heart of the Black Country has witnessed over a century of footballing passion, including a remarkable record attendance of 64,815 spectators in 1937 that speaks to its storied past. Today's visitors can experience authentic English football culture at this venerable ground, where the echoes of more than 120 years of sporting heritage resonate through every stand.

Historic moments
1931
FA Cup Semi-Final: Birmingham vs Sunderland
59,217 attendance
Cup Final
1953
England vs Argentina International Friendly
53,512 attendance
International Match
1954
FA Cup Semi-Final: Port Vale vs West Bromwich Albion
55,797 attendance
Cup Final
1958
England vs USSR International Friendly
50,752 attendance
International Match
2011
England U21 vs Iceland U21 UEFA European Championship Qualifier
17,621 attendance
International Match
Score breakdown: Capacity 10p · Historic events 30p · League prestige 25p