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Dear Friends,
It is no easy task to combine tradition and innovation; to preserve history and identity
while adapting to changing times. This redevelopment of the National Football Stadium at
Windsor Park is an inspiring example of how to marry the two.
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Windsor Park has become the quintessential football venue in Northern Ireland.
It was here that the national team celebrated qualifying for memorable international
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Wembley).
With this project the Irish Football Association is both safeguarding its historical legacy
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Windsor Park has been transformed into a compact, world class stadium that also
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League. It is a smart and sustainable solution, and I am honoured to be here in Belfast to
see this project come to life.
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towards realising its dream of appearing at a FIFA World Cup once more. The path to
Russia 2018 is long and arduous but the whole country should be proud to embark on this
journey in such a beautiful new home.
Congratulations Northern Ireland. May the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park be
the stage for unforgettable matches and moments for many years to come.
Enjoy the game!
Gianni Infantino
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A MESSAGE FROM THE
FIFA PRESIDENT
GIANNI INFANTINO
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