- Address: 1393, Mayor Martinez, Asunción, Paraguay
- Website: apf.org.py
- Phone: +595991501001
- Year of foundation: 1917
- Capacity: 65 thousand people
The greatest sports facility in the capital of Paraguay , the city of Asuncion, can be considered Defensores del Chaco - a huge stadium. It was here that the victorious matches of the Paraguayan national football team were held.
A bit from the history of the construction
Defensores del Chaco was started in 1917. At first the structure was called "Puerto Sachonia", as well as the eponymous city district. In times of civil war that engulfed the state, important meetings were held here, the soldiers were called up for the army of Paraguay. After several years of existence, the name was changed to "Defensores del Chaco", in honor of the servicemen who defended this area.
What is interesting in Defensores del Chaco?
Over the years, the stadium has been repeatedly selected as an arena for international football tournaments. It was this sports ground that brought victory to the local club "Olympia" in the national championship, and the Paraguayan national team won the America's Cup grandiose. Today, the stadium is able to accommodate at least 65 thousand fans. In addition to sports competitions, music concerts and light shows are held here.
How to get there?
You can reach the main stadium of the country by car. Just specify the coordinates: -35.913744 °, -57.989028 °, which will lead to the specified location. Another option: to order a taxi. If you like walking, then the stadium can be reached on foot.