The Mbombela Stadium is one of the new stadiums constructed for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The Staduim is located just 8 km north of Nelspruit and 12 kilometers from the nearby Kruger-Mpumalanga Airport. The ground also enjoys a close proximity to the hugely popular Kruger National Park, giving spectators the opportunity to see the wildlife during rest days.
The brand new elevated stadium is able to seat 40,000 people and have excellent views from all positions.
Mbombela takes its name from the name of the local municipality, which incorporates the city of Nelspruit. Mbombela is siSwati and literally means 'many people together in a small space'.
The Mbombela comes as a welcome addition to football life in Nelspruit, and will leave a legacy of the beautiful game for all the people of Mpumalanga. Before the Stadium's construction, Nelspruit had no top football venue to host international matches.
