The iconic Santiago Bernabeu stadium has found itself at the center of a noise controversy. Real Madrid grapples with complaints from local residents and mounting legal issues surrounding the Bernabeu. In an attempt to mitigate the disruption, the club has enacted a series of unconventional solutions. Yet their efforts seem far from resolving the situation. At the heart of the matter are the ongoing noise complaints from neighboring communities. There is also the club’s decision to drastically reduce sound levels during matches. This has left fans, businesses, and neighbors divided.
Following numerous complaints from residents, Real Madrid took immediate measures to reduce the stadium’s noise levels. This included canceling concerts until March 2025 and significantly lowering the volume of the public address system (PA) during matches. The adjustments were felt most acutely during the recent Real Madrid vs Espanyol match. The announcer, typically a central figure in matchday atmospheres, became barely audible. Critical announcements, including the promotion of an anti-bullying campaign, went unheard by many in attendance. Only key moments such as the team line-up and the playing of the club’s anthem receive their traditional volume.
This shift has not been universally welcomed. While some fans have taken to social media to express frustration, local residents continue to protest against the stadium’s noise levels, arguing that the efforts are insufficient. Despite the club’s actions, the ongoing dispute highlights the delicate balance the Whites must strike between maintaining an electric matchday atmosphere and appeasing their neighbors.
Muted celebrations: Attempt at compromise
Real Madrid’s new approach sees the PA system ramping up its volume only during critical moments. Such are goal celebrations, squad presentations, and the club anthem. This muted mode may seem like a sensible compromise for the club. Especially, as it…
Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-10-06 22:41:56
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