The Explosion of The 80,000-Seat Arena Shocked The World. The Stadium Collapsed in Seconds

Malaysia has bid farewell to one of its main sports venues – Shah Alam Stadium, which was demolished using explosives. The destruction of the arena, which could hold 80,000 people, marked the end of an era for locals, as the stadium was one of the country’s key sporting facilities.

Shah Alam was built back in 1994 and served as the site for major sporting events in Malaysia for several decades. It was the home ground for the Selangor football club and the national team, and it also hosted international tournaments such as the 1997 FIFA U-20 World Cup and the 2007 AFC Asian Cup. It seemed like the stadium would continue to serve for many more years, but over time it not only became outdated but also began to deteriorate physically.

Attempts to renovate and upgrade the stadium were made several times, but they failed to resolve the accumulated issues. In 2020, after an inspection, it was officially announced that Shah Alam Stadium could no longer be used – it was deemed unsafe. This news came as a shock to many Malaysians, especially the fans of Selangor FC, who considered the stadium a part of their football culture.

As a result, the decision was made to demolish the stadium. Preparations for the dismantling soon began, but the most spectacular moment was the explosion, which literally brought down the arena in seconds. This demolition method was chosen as the most efficient and quickest way to ensure safety during the destruction of such a large structure.

A video of the moment surfaced online and quickly garnered millions of views. Hundreds of spectators watched as the arena, which once hosted tens of thousands of fans, was reduced to a heap of metal and concrete in mere moments. The explosion was a mesmerizing and terrifying spectacle at the same time.

Although the destruction of such a symbolic venue saddens many Malaysians, local authorities have already announced plans to build a new, more modern arena on the site, meeting the latest standards and requirements. Construction is expected to be completed no earlier than mid-2025.

Published by Patrick Jane
26.09.2024