Lansdowne Park

Lansdowne Park in Ottawa presents a split in its architecture. This split defines the place: a century of history sitting next to a modern rebuild completed in 2014.

The pitch itself is a sheet of synthetic grass, laid down in 2001 and kept in good condition through the years. The stadium has hosted everything from the 1976 Summer Olympics to the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, where it held six group matches and knockout rounds.

What makes the place distinct is not just the mix of old and new, but the way it serves the city. It is the only major stadium in Ottawa, a place where the community gathers for both football and concerts. The names have shifted too, from Lansdowne Park to Frank Clair Stadium, and now TD Place Stadium, but the ground remains anchored to its spot on Bank Street, a landmark that has watched the city grow around it.