The inauguration of the MRV Arena, starting at 8 am this Saturday (15/4), has a very suggestive name: ‘Nascimento do Campo’. The event at Atlético’s stadium will feature concerts, tributes, marking of game lines, installation of goalposts and the first shots on goal. See, below, the complete schedule and where to watch the ‘debut’ of the new home of the Rooster.
MRV Arena updated photos (2/24)
MRV Arena opening schedule
The first times of the inauguration were marked at 13 minutes of each hour, with reference to the number that is the symbol of the club. The esplanade and stadium open at 8:13 am and 9:13 am, respectively, while the event will start at 10:13 am.
The authorities will be the first to speak, through speeches. Afterwards, there will be the marking of the lines of the field and the beams, followed by the shots on goal, which will be given by the black and white idols Ubaldo and Vavá.
In addition to the attractions, visitors will be able to interact with sponsors. Brahma will have personalized kiosks, ArcelorMittal will distribute gifts and Inter will promote activations and dynamics with gifts.
See the full schedule:
8:13 am: Opening of the gate to the esplanade
9:13 am: Opening of the MRV Arena gates
10:13: Start of the ‘Birth of the Field’ event
10:30 am: Speeches by the authorities
11:10: Marking of the field lines
11:40: Installation of goalposts and kicks
12:10: Final show (Sambô and Aline Calixto)
How to buy tickets
Tickets were available until Friday night (4/14), when Arena MRV announced, through its social networks, that tickets had been sold out. Therefore, 9 thousand people are expected in the stadium, which is the maximum capacity of the event.
When selling tickets, Arena MRV and GNV members had preference and special discounts after registering or logging in to the platform.
Arena MRV, GNV Forte and Vingador members and Atlético advisors bought them with a 70% discount. Black, Silver and White GNV members had discounts of 65%, 60% and 50% respectively. For the general public, tickets cost R$599. Up to three tickets were sold per CPF.
Those who purchased a ticket for the inauguration of the home of the Galo won courtesy of the upper red sector to accompany Atlético’s debut in the Brazilian Championship. Galo will also face Vasco on Saturday, at 21h, in Mineirão.
Where to watch the inauguration of the Atlético stadium
Fans can watch the inauguration of the MRV Arena on Atlético’s YouTube channel, GaloTV. Only the final show will not be broadcast. Click here to access the video.
The opening events of the MRV Arena
Although ‘Nascimento do Campo’ is considered the inauguration of the MRV Arena, the stadium has already hosted another event on March 25 this year.
On this date, Atlético celebrated its 115th anniversary with an ecumenical service at the venue. Among directors, board members, employees and guests, around 1,500 people were present.
What are the other stadium opening events?
3/25 – Test-event in celebration of Atlético’s 115th anniversary
4/15 – ‘Nascimento do Campo’ – Shows, tributes to idols, marking of field lines, installation of goalposts and first shots on goal
No date set – Arrepia BH (inauguration of the lighting system with scenic effects)
No date set – Lendas do Galo (game-exhibition with the idols of Galo and concert by singer Zeca Pagodinho)
No date set – Official inauguration (Atletico’s friendly against an international team)
No date set – Sacode BH (concerts by artists such as Ivete Sangalo, César Menotti and Fabiano and the group Jota Quest, in addition to an international attraction)
Atlético’s 115th anniversary service at the MRV Arena