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Mestalla Stadium, situated in Valencia, proudly stands as the home ground for the La Liga team of the same name. With a capacity of 48,600, it ranks as the 8th largest stadium in Spain. The stadium's name traces its origins to Mestalla, a historic irrigation canal that once ran outside the south stand, requiring patrons to leap across it to access the grounds. Notably, the modern stadium showcases a steep section within its north stand.

This iconic venue was inaugurated in 1923 with a match between Valencia and Levante. Beyond witnessing remarkable displays of technical football from the home team in La Liga, Mestalla Stadium has been the stage for numerous international matches and cup finals.

Moreover, it has hosted four Copa del Rey finals featuring the intense rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona (El Clasico) in 1936, 1990, 2011, and 2014. This storied stadium has seen a total of six Copa del Rey finals, cementing its legacy in Spanish football history.

During the 1982 World Cup hosted by Spain, Jose Zorrilla Stadium showcased three Group D matches: France vs Czechoslovakia, France vs Kuwait, and Czechoslovakia vs Kuwait. Adding to its storied history, the stadium played host to Michael Jackson's electrifying performance during his HIStory tour in 1997, captivating a full-capacity audience.