Kerala Blasters propose 90,000-seat FIFA-standard football stadium in Kochi under ‘Project Blasters’

The stadium proposal represents a significant vision for the future of football infrastructure in Keralam, a state renowned for its passionate football following and strong grassroots sporting culture. With a proposed seating capacity of 90,000, the venue would substantially exceed that of the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi, which has served as the club's home ground.

Project Blasters is expected to focus on strengthening the club's long-term development, with the proposed stadium potentially serving as a centre for professional football, major sporting events and associated commercial activities.

A venue of this scale could create opportunities to host high-profile domestic and international football fixtures, subject to the necessary infrastructure, regulatory approvals and competition-specific requirements.

The stadium proposal comes amid a major ownership transition at Kerala Blasters. UAE-based Al Fursan Sports Investment Group signed an agreement in September 2026 to acquire the club from Magnum Sports Private Limited. The new management outlined Project Blasters as a broader initiative covering infrastructure, sports technology, commercial development, fan engagement and community activities.

During the ownership announcement, Ofioh Sporty CEO Thameem Anwar confirmed that plans for a new stadium were being considered and said further information would be provided through Project Blasters. The club is continuing to use Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium for its home matches in the meantime.

However, the reported 90,000-seat capacity has not been independently confirmed in the available official announcements or established news reports. The precise location, investment, construction timeline and final design also remain undisclosed.

If the ambitious proposal moves forward, it could mark an important development for professional football infrastructure in India and provide Kerala Blasters with a purpose-built home reflecting the scale of its supporter base.