The first phase of construction of the new Benito Villamarín Stadium has begun now that all bureaucratic and administrative procedures have been duly completed.

Real Betis awarded ACCIONA the contract for these initial works, which will begin this April and include excavation and the construction of the soil retention system using diaphragm walls to allow for the construction of the underground levels.

In parallel with these works, the collaborative process will continue, with an action plan through which both parties will work together to enhance the design of the new stadium and optimize timelines and costs.

In the second phase, the actual construction work resulting from the aforementioned collaborative process will begin. This includes the construction of the new Preferencia stand, improvements to the existing stands (North, South, and End), the development of the adjacent commercial building, underground parking beneath the Preferencia stand and the adjacent building itself, as well as the construction of the roof and the vertical facade for the entire stadium.

The project for the new Benito Villamarín Stadium began last summer with the dismantling of the structures and installations of the Preferencia stand, the demolition of its three stands and the cantilevered staircase, followed by the sorting and removal of waste. This process took place during the last months of 2025 and was carried out by the company Erri Berri.

The works will be carried out in an urban environment with regularly used roads, so the work plan will take into account traffic conditions and noise management during construction in order to generate the least possible impact on the Heliópolis neighbourhood.

With this comprehensive renovation, Real Betis aims to transform the Benito Villamarín Stadium into a landmark of the city of Seville with a new iconic building and, above all, improve the experience and comfort of fans with renovated access points and services, steeper stands, a new roof, modern technology, and spacious food and beverage areas.

ACCIONA AND THE RAFAEL GORDILLO SPORTS COMPLEX.

Real Betis have already worked with ACCIONA in the past on the construction of the new Rafael Gordillo Sports Complex, a facility that has boosted the development of the club’s youth academy in recent years.

In addition to the various playing fields, sports areas, and the multifunctional building housing offices, a gym, and medical services, ACCIONA carried out work on the roads adjacent to the complex, including urban development projects in the area.

Furthermore, in accordance with Real Betis’ environmental policy and its Forever Green program, a bioclimatic design was implemented, incorporating natural ventilation, efficient consumption reduction systems, water reuse for irrigation, the use of renewable energy, landscape integration, and low maintenance?a pioneering commitment to sustainability.

ABOUT ACCIONA

A global company with extensive experience in developing complex, high-capacity infrastructure for public use, such as sports facilities, including, in addition to the aforementioned Rafael Gordillo Sports City, the new San Mamés Stadium. 

A leader in providing regenerative solutions for a decarbonised economy, its business portfolio includes renewable energy, water treatment and management, eco-efficient transport and mobility systems, resilient infrastructure, and more. The company has been carbon neutral since 2016 and has a business presence in more than 40 countries.