Manchester City

In spite of the stadium’s relatively short lifespan, it has got more of a story to its name than some much older grounds around the country. Originally proposed as a stadium for Manchester’s ill-fated attempt to hold the 2000 Olympics, it went on to host The Commonwealth Games in 2002. It was hoped that The City of Manchester Stadium would become a premier venue for athletics when the games were over. Instead the stadium was converted in 2002 to make it into a football ground and the new home of Manchester City who were keen to leave Maine Road for pastures new. The Etihad, as it is officially known for sponsorship reasons, cost £112 million to build and has received awards for its design, including a special award from the Institution of Structural Engineers in 2003.