News
MON 03.08.2015
- The Madrigal was built in1923 and has remained with that name nearly from its opening. Although he was first named Camp Villarreal, in 1925 he took the name by which he is known today.
- The name El Madrigal comes from the rural area land on which the stadium was built.
- Curious enough, the opening match was not played by Villarreal CF. CD Castellón and SD Cervantes CF were the teams that premiered the stadium.
- The Madrigal did not have electrical wiring until 1973.
- It is located just 5 kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea and is 50 meters above the sea level.
- The changing rooms have changed location on four occasions, and have occupied all areas of the stadium.
- According to a research published in April, this field is the cheaper stadium of LaLiga per square meter.
- El Madrigal has welcome Villarreal matches in all categories of Spanish football, even in European competitions like the UEFA Champions League or UEFA Europa League.
- After several remodeling, El Madrigal houses two restaurants within its walls.
- The last renovation was done in 2013, coinciding with the improvement of the benches, which improved its location and visibility.
© LALIGA - 2015