Acoustic Design of a Stadium: Challenges, Technologies and Urban Integration

As the FIFA World Cup unfolds across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Italy and Turkey are already gearing up to host UEFA Euro 2032.

This upcoming event will require many Italian stadiums to meet demanding regulatory and infrastructure standards, driving significant upgrades and refurbishments—particularly in terms of acoustic performance.

These topics are explored in a study presented at the 52nd National Conference of the Italian Acoustical Association (AIA), held in Perugia from June 10 to 12, 2026:
Acoustic Design of a Stadium: Challenges, Technologies, and Urban Integration, by Alessandra Lisiero, Diletta Romagnolo, Gianfranco Quartaruolo, Thomas Dimasi, Roberto Zecchin.

The paper offers a closer look at how acoustic design shapes modern stadiums  — complex, multi-use venues operating year-round — highlighting the balance among engineering demands, environmental considerations, and their integration within dense urban environments.