Greek parliament approves framework for Karaiskakis Stadium expansion

On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the Greek Parliament approved a Ministry of Environment and Energy bill that establishes the legal framework for the reconstruction and expansion of the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium. The legislation allows for the stadium's capacity to increase from 33,500 to 52,000 seats, incorporating new regulations for construction heights, building coverage limits, and architectural standards for the facility’s stands and roof.

This project represents a private investment of 250 million euros aimed at modernizing the historic home of the Olympiacos football club. The government has mandated that at least 65 percent of the permitted building factor must be dedicated exclusively to athletic facilities. While the legislation creates the necessary regulatory environment, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Olympiacos owner Vangelis Marinakis have both previously indicated that the start of construction is scheduled for May 2027, following the completion of remaining bureaucratic procedures.