"Just about everything that could happen did. I live in LA, I did the Staples Center - home of the Lakers. That was an important building to people, but it was nothing like Everton."
"I learned pretty early through fan engagements how passionate they were about this. It was not always super friendly. I can't tell you the number of tweets I got from fans saying, 'it's OK as long as we have one more seat than Anfield.'"
The construction of Hill Dickinson Stadium faced multiple challenges, including club ownership changes, a pandemic, and historical site issues. Architect Dan Meis emphasized the significance of Everton's history and the passionate engagement of fans. The stadium accommodates over 52,000 spectators, which is an increase from Goodison Park but still less than Liverpool's Anfield. Meis noted the intense fan interest in the stadium's capacity, highlighting the emotional connection between the club and its supporters, which shaped the design process.
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