Rome approves the agreement for Roma's new stadium

The Lazio region has given its final approval to the agreement governing the construction of Roma's new stadium. In a plenary session, lawmakers approved on Wednesday, May 28, 2026, the deal between the Rome city council, the region, and the giallorossi club. This legal document sets out the financial, environmental, and urban planning terms of the project.

The project, led by American group AS Roma, includes a modern 65,000-seat facility to be built in the Pietralata district. Construction is expected to begin before the end of the year, under the supervision of a special commissioner appointed by the Italian government. Opponents of the project, organized into local associations, have for months been warning of ecological risks and soil artificialization. Despite these objections, authorities have maintained their support for the initiative. The agreement signed today includes specific commitments: 30% of the area will be dedicated to green spaces, while the club has agreed to finance 60% of the total estimated cost of €1.2 billion. In return, Roma will receive a 99-year emphyteutic lease on the land. This model echoes that of the Valence Romans stadium, where the local club also built its venue in partnership with local authorities. The coming months will be crucial in assessing progress on remaining administrative steps. For Italy’s capital, the stadium represents far more than just a sports facility. It is part of a broader strategy for urban renewal and economic revival. Yet questions remain about the project’s long-term profitability, especially as the club faces a delicate financial period. Roma, which finished 12th in Serie A this season, is struggling to attract investors despite its rich history.