STADIUM

A.C. Milan plays at Stadio Guiseppe Meazza, more commonly called San Siro, the Milanese district it stands in. Located in Milan, Italy A.C. Milan shares this stadium with fellow Milan rivals, Internazionale. The stadium, funded by Pietri Pirelli, completed its construction in 1926 for 5 million Lira (Italian Currency) and was built specifically for football. It has a large roof, rather steep stands and a close intimacy with the field making it one of the most exciting stadiums to watch footie. The stadium was officially inaugurated in September 1926 for a battle between Inter and A.C. Milan. In its first official opening Inter Milan beat A.C. Milan 6-3 with 35, 000 screaming fans watching. Although intended to be the home field for A.C., Inter joined quickly calling it their home field as well. In 1957 lights were installed allowing night games to be played, and in 1967 an electronic scoreboard was added. In 1980 it was renamed after Guiseppe Meazza, a star for both A.C. Milan and Internazionale. A.C. Milan prefer to call it San Siro, as Meazza was more successful with Inter having a stronger base with Inter fans.
San Siro has been home to many Italian National matches as well as the Champions League and UEFA Euro Cup. It was also host to many games during the 1990 World Cup. Prior to this cup, the stadium went through $60 million of renovation in order to become a 5 star rated UEFA stadium. The stadium grew with extra tiers being added to three sides and all areas perfected for seating.
The stadium can hold a max capacity of 82, 955 spectators today and offers tours as well as A.C. Milan and Internazionale museums.