Brazilian entertainment group Bad Boy Leroy (BBL) and concessionaire Allegra Pacaembu announced plans to construct a R$95 million (£13 million) battle royale esports arena complex on the grounds of São Paulo’s historic Pacaembu Stadium.
While touted as a battle royale arena, the complex will open “with the purpose and the ability to host any type of esports event,” per a release.
The 80-year-old Pacaembu Stadium is undergoing a modernisation and restoration effort. Beginning in 2021 the esports arena will be temporarily housed on the football field inside a provisional infrastructure.