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The site of 62,062 places was to open at the beginning of the 2018/19 season. But problems with "critical security systems" forced the team to continue playing at its temporary home at Wembley Stadium.
Those who participated in the design of the stadium, however, declared that the official opening was worth it.
"I honestly believe it's the best stadium in the world," said CNN Sports Christopher Lee, Populous's architect. "He creates great spaces and good experiences, is designed as a concert hall and focuses on noise and reverb."
Before the official opening on Wednesday, the Spurs held two test events in the stadium, with a budget of $ 1.3 billion, consisting of one in one match at first. youth team, then in a match between the legends of Tottenham and Inter Milan.
The arena will be the first sports site in the country not to spend money, while the two big screens will be the largest in Western Europe. The ground is also home to the largest British stand with a tear.
A retractable artificial surface that slides all over the field is a nod to Tottenham's hopes of eventually hosting the NFL's Super Bowl and its own London-based franchise.
On the ground, though, North London needs a quick start in its new home.
The team of Mauricio Pochettino has not won in the Premier League since February 10 (only one point in five games), which complicates the hopes of qualifying for the Champions League.
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