Why Villa Park looks different: Villa will host Arsenal with a reduced overall stadium capacity of approximately 37,000.
The temporary limitation is necessary because the North Stand is closed for the 2026/27 season to facilitate construction works.
Expansion plans: Once the redevelopment project is complete, the final stadium capacity will increase to accommodate over 50,000 spectators.
The club scheduled this closure to ensure all facility upgrades are fully finished in time for the venue to host matches during Euro 2028.
The long-term vision is to establish the ground as one of the region's premier football venues.
