Harry Styles Announces 2026 Tour with 30-Night NYC Residency

Madison Square Garden (MSG) is a globally renowned live entertainment and sports company, formally established as Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSGE) in April 2020 following a spin-off from The Madison Square Garden Company. MSGE operates iconic venues including Madison Square Garden arena in New York City, Radio City Music Hall, Beacon Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, and others, focusing on delivering premier live sports, concerts, and special events[1][6][8]. The Madison Square Garden name traces back to 1879 with the first arena built at Madison Avenue and 26th Street in Manhattan. Over time, the venue has undergone four major iterations, with the current Garden opening in 1968 atop the former Pennsylvania Station site between 31st and 33rd Street. The modern MSG is notable for its distinctive circular design and has a seating capacity of roughly 20,000 for concerts and boxing, slightly less for basketball and hockey. It hosts the NBA’s New York Knicks and NHL’s New York Rangers, two highly recognized professional sports franchises[2][3][4][7]. Historically, MSG has been the site of landmark events such as the 1971 "Fight of the Century" boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The company has also innovated in media with the launch of the Madison Square Garden Network, one of the first regional sports networks, expanding its influence beyond live events[3]. Today, MSGE is a leader in live entertainment, leveraging a diverse portfolio to create immersive experiences. It produces original content like the long-running *Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes* at Radio City Music Hall, blending tradition with innovation. Under CEO James L. Dolan, MSGE continues to evolve as a technology-savvy business, integrating digital platforms and audience engagement strategies to maintain its status as “The World’s Most Famous Arena” and a cultural touchstone for New York and global entertainment[1][6].

The **Johan Cruijff ArenA**, Netherlands' largest stadium with a **53,748-seat capacity**, serves as the home of AFC Ajax and the Dutch national team, while hosting major football matches, epic concerts by artists like U2 and Coldplay, and business events[1][3][5][9]. Renamed in 2018 to honor legendary footballer Johan Cruyff after his 2016 death, it embodies innovation in sports venue management[3][5]. Its history traces to the late 1980s, sparked by Amsterdam's failed 1992 Olympics bid and Ajax's need to replace the cramped De Meer stadium (19,000 seats)[1][2][3]. Construction began in 1993 at a cost of €96-140 million, overcoming local opposition and design tweaks—like ditching an athletics track for a **retractable roof**, Europe's first for football[1][3][4]. Queen Beatrix opened it on August 14, 1996, with Ajax vs. AC Milan (0-3)[1][4][7]. **Key achievements** include hosting the 1998 UEFA Champions League final (Real Madrid 1-0 Juventus) and 2013 Europa League final (Chelsea 2-1 Benfica), plus the inaugural Sensation dance event in 2000[1][4][5]. Early challenges with poor grass growth under the roof were solved via cutting-edge tech: lamps, wind turbines, and sprinklers for optimal turf[1][5]. Today, it thrives as a **state-of-the-art venue** prioritizing fan experience, sustainability, mobility, safety, and digitalization—boasting 2,229 business seats, 37-degree steep stands, skyboxes, and Arena Boulevard's entertainment hub with metro access[1][5][8]. Guided tours showcase VIP areas and the Gallery of Fame, drawing global visitors[5]. As a business-tech powerhous