Gimhae Sports Complex

The Gimhae Sports Complex is not a relic of the 2002 World Cup. That tournament was hosted in Busan and Daegu, while this ground is a completely new facility, constructed to replace the old Gimhae Stadium. The project began in June 2020 and the venue was officially inaugurated on August 17, 2024, following a test event before hosting the 105th National Sports Festival in October. It retains the working name rather than adopting a sponsor title, a decision confirmed on December 26, 2023, after a resident competition.

The architecture is specific to its location. The roof and cauldron are designed to resemble two fish, a motif taken from the gate of King Suro’s tomb, which sits in the city. Unlike the older stadium, which had a seated capacity of 11,476, the new complex holds 15,066 spectators, including 249 VIP seats and 170 for the disabled. A World Athletics Class 1 certified athletics track surrounds the natural grass pitch. The stadium also features photovoltaic panels on the roof and a 23x10 meter video screen.

Gimhae FC 2008 plays here now, having moved from the old public stadium. The previous venue hosted a record crowd of 13,800 for a 2006 Peace Queen Cup match between Australia and the United States. The new ground is managed via the Gimhae City Public Reservation Portal rather than a standalone website. An adjacent building houses the Kim Young Won Art Museum.