Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium Stadium

Address: Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium is a multi-purpose sports stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, named for the country’s first president, Félix Houphouët-Boigny. It serves as a major venue for national football matches and large public events.

Spectators come for football matches, athletics meets and national ceremonies; the stadium functions as one of Abidjan’s principal large-capacity venues. Facilities and event schedules vary with national sports calendars and occasional international fixtures.

The stadium was named to honour Félix Houphouët-Boigny and has hosted domestic and international sporting events since its construction. It has been a focal point for major matches and public gatherings in Abidjan.

Situated within the Abidjan urban area, the stadium lies in the city’s sporting district and is accessible by the city’s road network and public transport from central Abidjan.

• Primary uses: Located in Abidjan and named after the country’s first president, it is used mainly for football and athletics and for national sporting events.

• If you're attending a match or event, arrive early to clear security checks and heavy vehicle congestion around the stadium; public transport or drop-off points a short walk away usually move faster than driving to the gates.
• Buy tickets only from official outlets or the club's authorized sellers ahead of the event to avoid scalpers and entry problems on match day.
• If you want to visit the stadium outside match days, check with local visitor information or the stadium's administration for permitted visiting times - access can be limited during team training or official events.