Great Grounds of Asia: Zayed Sports City
(WorldNews Asia)

This iconic venue in the capital of the United Arab Emirates will come full circle in two years` time when it welcomes the climax of the AFC`s marquee tournament, having been the setting for the final of the 1996 AFC Asian Cup. With both a history that goes back over 37 years and a recent renovation, the Zayed Sports City Stadium combines heritage with modernity and, with one of Asia`s biggest competitions on the horizon, it is the perfect place to end our series. Overview Zayed Sports City Stadium is a traditional, open-air stadium that is defined on its exterior by iconic arches. Within...