Dubai Exiles Rugby Ground

Dubai Exiles Rugby Ground

Dubai Exiles Rugby Ground is a multi-use stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is currently used mostly for rugby union matches, and was the home stadium of the Dubai Sevens, the first event in the annual IRB Sevens World Series, through the 2007 edition. The Dubai Sevens moved to a new stadium, The Sevens, starting with the 2008 edition.[1]

The stadium is able to hold 24,000 people. Canadian superstar Celine Dion performed at the stadium on her Taking Chances Tour on March 3, 2008.

Notes and references

  1. ^ "Emirates unveils Dubai venue 'The Sevens'". International Rugby Board. 2008-07-02. http://www.irb.com/rwcsevens/news/newsid=2025888.html#emirates+unveils+dubai+venue+the+sevens. Retrieved 2008-09-17. 

Coordinates: 25°10′51.17″N 55°19′34.18″E / 25.1808806°N 55.3261611°E / 25.1808806; 55.3261611



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