Yuxi Plateau Sports Center Stadium

The Yuxi Plateau Sports Center Stadium is a venue in Yunnan Province. It was constructed for a specific purpose: the 16th Yunnan Provincial Games. The opening ceremony on March 17, 2023, marked the beginning of its life as a functional part of the larger sports infrastructure, which includes an international training base. This context matters.

The natural grass surface responds differently to the thin air here. Yunnan Yukun F.C. took up residency immediately. The club’s arrival shifted the stadium’s status from a regional games venue to a top-flight destination. Matches against heavyweights like Shanghai Port and Beijing Guoan have since been played here, bringing national attention to a city not traditionally associated with elite football.

Attendance figures tell a story of growing interest. A crowd of 22,966 watched Yunnan Yukun host Beijing Guoan on March 1, 2025, proving that the community has embraced the team. Another 22,375 turned out for the clash with Shanghai Port just months later. These numbers suggest that the stadium, despite its recent construction, has quickly become a focal point for local supporters. The high line was sometimes picked apart by visiting sides, but the altitude often took the sting out of the pressure for the home team.

The operational side is managed by Huati Group through a joint venture structure, ensuring the facility meets professional standards from day one. It has also hosted training camps for the U17 Women's National Team, adding another layer to its utility beyond matchdays. The ground does not rely on history; it relies on its current role as a home for a rising club in a challenging environment.