BRIGHTON have moved the section for away fans in their stadium as part of a major stadium change.
The new development will see an increased capacity by 800 to a total of 32,500.
The project – part of a £40million investment – will also see a new fan zone built outside the stadium called The Terrace.
The fan zone will have a pre and post-match sports bar, with capacity for up to 1,000 fans in the colder months.
It will expand outdoors and cater for up to 2,000 in warmer months – making it the biggest fan zone in the Premier League.
Deputy chairman and chief executive Paul Barber said: “I know our fans are looking forward to the opening of the new fan zone and are extremely excited to see these plans come to life.
“It is another incredibly generous investment by our chairman Tony Bloom.
“The Terrace will provide a brilliant addition to the matchday experience, as a place to meet friends before and after matches, watch live sport in a modern space, and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink offerings.
“We will also be looking to utilise The Terrace for a range of different events and occasions in between matches too, providing a fantastic new venue for fans, the community and visitors to the city to enjoy.
“We will be sharing further details between now and the spring, such as opening times and food offerings, but we will work with the best local Sussex suppliers to provide a great range of options.”
In 2027, away supporters will also be relocated to the south-west corner of the Amex.
The shift will create a new area for home fans directly behind the goal at the south stand of the stadium.
Brighton currently sit tenth in the league having most recently drawn against West Ham.
The Seagulls will host Brentford in their next match on December 27.
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