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Stade Edmond Machtens

Molenbeek - BelgiumBelgium

Edmond Machtens Stadium in Brussels is a compact 12,266‑capacity football venue, opened in 1920 and named after a long‑time mayor. It features seated stands, a large standing terrace, and a tree‑lined backdrop. Home to RWD Molenbeek since 2015, it retains historic character while hosting modern matches.

About this place

History

Edmond Machtens Stadium opened on September 12, 1920 in Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, Brussels. It was originally called Daring Stadium, renamed Oscar Bossaert Stadium in 1939, and finally took its current name in 1973 after Edmond Machtens, long‑serving mayor (1939–1978). It has hosted the Belgium national team in the 1920s and serves as home to RWD Molenbeek since 2015, following the dissolution of previous tenants after multiple mergers and bankruptcies.

Description

The stadium seats approximately 12,266 spectators, including 6,000 standing places and 622 business seats. It features three stands—two seated along the touchlines and one standing terrace behind a goal—plus a distinctive tree-lined embankment behind the opposite goal.

Architectural Features

Built without a running track, the venue has a classic compact layout. One stand is named “Raymond Goethals” (since 2005), another “L’Écluse” after a former sponsor. Modernization included renovations in 1973, 1993, and 2022, with updated seating and pitch.

Who is Edmond Machtens?

Edmond Machtens served as mayor of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean from 1939 to 1978. The stadium was named in his honour in recognition of his long service to the municipality.

Records

Originally built to host national team matches, the stadium once accommodated up to 35,000 spectators—especially during the 1920s. After safety upgrades and seating conversion, capacity settled at around 12,266. The record attendance for national fixtures included early Belgium vs France friendlies in the 1920s.

Address

Avenue Charles Malis 61,
1080 Molenbeek‑Saint‑Jean, Brussels, Belgium

GPS

Lat : 50.8551593
Lng : 4.3105888

Where to Sit

The stadium features three sections:

  • Raymond Goethals Stand: seated terrace along one touchline
  • L’Écluse Stand: opposite seated terrace
  • Standing Terrace: behind one goal with approximately 6,000 places

There is a tree-lined hill behind the opposite goal. Business seats are incorporated into the seated sections.

Can I visit outside matchdays?

No public stadium tours are offered. The venue is accessible on matchdays and occasionally during club‑organized events.

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