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Aston Villa to close North Stand for 2026-27 season

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Aston Villa will close the North Stand for the entire 2026/27 season to accelerate the expansion of Villa Park.

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Villa Park's current capacity is 42,640.

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During the closure, matchday capacity will fall to approximately 37,000.

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What is the exact timeline for the North Stand closure and redevelopment?
How many season ticket holders will be affected by the closure?
What is the total cost of the redevelopment project?
Will Aston Villa play any home matches at alternative venues during the closure?
How will the reduced capacity affect ticket availability for Champions League matches?
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