Sheffield Eagles have announced that the club will relocate to The MEPS International Home of Football Stadium, with the first game at the new venue being our Betfred Championship Round 14 clash against London Broncos on Sunday 24th May (3pm KO).
Moving to the MEPS International Home of Football Stadium represents a major step forward for the Eagles, which will significantly enhance the matchday experience for supporters, offering a venue better suited to rugby league, creating a more engaging atmosphere, and giving the club an opportunity to generate matchday revenue from food and drink sales.
Work has already been carried out at The MEPS International Home of Football Stadium over the last couple of months to help prepare for the Eagles’ move. This includes the installation of a new seated stand along the side of the pitch, the dressing rooms have been fully refurbished, and a new covered filming gantry has also been positioned on the half-way line above the dugouts, alongside the development of a new and modern hospitality lounge located above the Coach and Horses pub.
With the pub located just outside the stadium, featuring a beer garden, supporters will have the perfect opportunity to kick off their pre-match festivities at the venue, enjoying the atmosphere before watching the Eagles take to the field and then joining the team afterwards for a post-match drink.
The stadium, with a capacity of just over 2,000, is easily accessible by car and public transport, with the nearest train station in Dronfield only a fifteen-minute walk away. Plentiful on-site parking is available at the stadium, and bus stops are conveniently located on both sides of the road outside of the stadium.
The move is also expected to deliver a significant financial boost for the club as alongside the revenue generating opportunities, the club will substantially reduce ongoing facility costs. Beyond the financial benefits, the move also represents a strategic step in further strengthening the Eagles' partnership with Sheffield Football Club, enabling more shared opportunities for events, fan engagement, and long-term development.
Both clubs remain committed to securing a new facility within the city of Sheffield and remain in active dialogue with civic partners to achieve this goal.
The Eagles hope that this move marks an exciting new chapter, offering improved facilities for players, staff, and supporters alike, while strengthening the club’s long-term ambitions.
Sheffield Eagles have placed on record their sincere thanks to the team at the Steel City Stadium for their support and partnership since 2022. The facility has played an important role in the club’s journey over the past few seasons, and the Eagles are grateful for the support shown them since they moved back there four years ago.
Their relationship will continue, as the Steel City Stadium will remain a training base for all the Sheffield Eagles teams.
