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Sheffield’s top rugby league team have announced an immediate move from their former location, Steel City Stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Championship club will now be based in The MEPS International Home of Football Stadium in Dronfield, 3.2 miles away from their current home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an official statement on the club’s website<\/a>, the team said the move will: “Significantly enhance the matchday experience for supporters, offering a venue better suited to rugby league, creating a more engaging atmosphere.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sheffield FC, the world’s oldest football team, are currently housed in the stadium. The Eagles will share a ground with them from next month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporters of the team have taken to Facebook <\/a>to express their opinions on the matter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One commenter posted: “I do think there will be more chance for an atmosphere and to build and grow. My understanding is the club will be financially better off as a result, as they earn from match day sales, less rent etc.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The club added that: “The move is also expected to deliver a significant financial boost for the club as alongside the revenue generating opportunities, the club will substantially reduce ongoing facility costs.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adding to the financial incentives, one fan commented: “Hopefully the extra income that will be saved and gained will be put into the squad.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Housing a capacity of 2,000 fans, the stadium sets to be an exciting move for Eagles fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some supporters however, share more negative feelings on the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one comment, a fan said: “Great for people who don’t drive… not. Why move?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many have expressed concerns on how they would organise transportation to the new stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One commenter said: “Buses are unreliable and trains are more expensive than the bus sometimes.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based in Dronfield, some supporters are unhappy that the Eagles will no longer be playing in Sheffield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One comment said: “It\u2019s sad the club seemingly has no commitment to Sheffield.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eagles however share excitement about the new location. The seating has been refurbished, alongside the dressing rooms and the lounge located outside the stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sheffield Eagles will host their first game in their new home on Sunday 24 May, playing against London Broncos for Round 14 of the Betfred Championship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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