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Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium Prepares for Brazil Friendly

Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium Prepares for Brazil Friendly
Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium all set for Samba magic as India gear up for Brazil friendly · telegraphindia.com

A football match between Brazil and India is expected at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday.

Brazil’s players practised there on Friday evening.

The stadium had green grass, freshly painted seats and bright lights.

The state government spent about ₹6–7 crore to improve its facilities.

The stadium first welcomed spectators in 1984.

It has hosted many famous football events since then.

People are wondering whether the Brazil match will fill the stadium.

Key facts

Venue
Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata
Match
Brazil-India friendly, scheduled for Saturday
Brazil training
Friday evening
Facility improvements
Around ₹6–7 crore spent by the state government
First opened to spectators
1984, during the Nehru International Gold Cup

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