Juve Stabia Stadium Guide: Stadio Romeo Menti

The Stadio Romeo Menti in Castellammare di Stabia is something of an exception in the calcio landscape as it shares its name with another ground.

Vicenza’s home is also named after the former winger who died in the Superga disaster that wiped out the legendary Grande Torino team in 1949.

Unlike its Venetian counterpart, which was built in 1935, the Menti in Castellammare di Stabia is relatively recent, having opened its doors in 1984. For a while it was home to third-division football, but the Menti has hosted Serie B play-off fixtures in the past two seasons as the Stabians narrowly missed out on a maiden promotion to the top flight.

Here’s all you need to know.

What Makes It Special?

Its size. The Menti is plonked right in the middle of a residential area and backs against apartment buildings on two sides. Directly across from the main tribuna, the single-tiered east stand is low enough that you can watch the action from the balconies of the building right behind it.

Several trees, meanwhile, provide the Curva Sud with an unusual natural roof. And while the ground is dated and can accommodate just over 7000 fans, that is part of its charm.

How To Get There

The Menti is at the northern edge of Castellammare and is best reached by foot, approximately a 15-minute walk from the town centre and a 25-minute stroll from the lungomare, the seafront promenade. Alternatively, a five-minute cab ride gets you from the main thoroughfare along the beach to the ground.

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Neighbourhood Tips

The Menti’s location means you’re never too far from a watering hole or a restaurant. A five-minute walk from the main stand, Vida is an ideal no-frills stop for a decent pizza.

Il Giardino Verde directly across from the Curva Sud is normally packed on matchdays, with fans grabbing a slice of pizza and beer before kick-off. It can get very busy, so be prepared to queue and then join the crowds that spill out onto the road.

If you prefer something slightly more refined, head to Sorsi & Sorrisi, which is also behind the main stand. This wine bar has an extensive wine and beer selection and you certainly won’t go thirsty, whether you stop before kick-off or after the final whistle.

Need To Know

The Juve Stabia ultras sit in the Curva Sud, to the right of the main stand. Only last year the Curva Sud UJS 2011 group was disbanded after 14 seasons.

Tickets

The ticket collection points are outside the main stand, to your left as you approach the ground from the city.