Arsenal Could Play at Wembley Amid Emirates Expansion Talks

Arsenal Consider Wembley Move as Emirates Expansion Plans Discussed

Arsenal FC have opened internal discussions about the possibility of expanding Emirates Stadium, with one bold option on the table: temporarily playing home matches at Wembley Stadium.

Early Talks Underway for Stadium Upgrade

As the 20th anniversary of the club’s move from Highbury to the Emirates approaches in 2026, the Gunners are exploring how to boost matchday capacity to keep pace with rivals.

Though plans are still in the early stages and no decision has been finalised, changing the current seating plan at Emirates to accommodate thousands of extra fans is being seriously considered.

Wembley Back on the Radar

If significant construction work is needed, Arsenal are not ruling out relocating home fixtures to Wembley, following the example of Tottenham Hotspur, who used the national stadium while building their new ground between 2017 and 2019.

Arsenal have previously used Wembley for European fixtures in the 1998-99 and 1999-2000 Champions League campaigns, so the idea of a return is not without precedent.

Emirates vs. Premier League’s Largest Stadiums

Currently, the Emirates Stadium holds 60,704 spectators – the fifth-largest capacity in the Premier League. Here’s how it compares:

As demand for tickets continues to grow, especially with consistent Champions League participation and a competitive squad, increasing stadium capacity is becoming a strategic priority for the North London club.

What’s Next?

With no formal proposals submitted yet, the club is expected to continue internal evaluations in the coming months. More information is likely to surface as Arsenal decide whether a temporary relocation would be feasible during any future renovation period.

For now, fans can look forward to watching Arsenal remain competitive on the pitch, while the club explores ways to grow off it.