The stadium's namesake, Aldo Drosina, played for and coached various local teams in Pula for over 40 years.
The 2010 reconstruction replaced the older, crumbling 'Stadion Veruda' structure with a modern facility compliant with international standards.
The stadium surface is specifically designed for high-intensity professional use and undergoes regular maintenance to ensure UEFA certification.
The facility is integrated into a larger sports zone that includes auxiliary training pitches used by youth academies.
The stadium has served as a venue for the Croatia national under-21 football team's qualification matches.
Aldo Drosina Stadium is the primary multi-purpose sports venue in Pula, serving as the home ground for the professional football club NK Istra 1961. Renovated extensively between 2009 and 2010, the facility features a capacity of approximately 9,800 spectators. The pitch is natural grass, surrounded by four modern stands, with the west stand housing the main VIP areas and press facilities. It is named after Aldo Drosina, a legendary local football player and coach who was central to the development of Pula's football infrastructure. The stadium meets UEFA Category 3 criteria, allowing it to host international matches. It is located in the southeastern part of the city, approximately 1.5 kilometers from the Pula city center. The complex is managed by the city-owned company Pula Sport. In addition to football, it has hosted various athletic events and concerts.
From the upper rows of the West Stand for a wide-angle view of the entire pitch and the stadium's structural design.
Check the official NK Istra 1961 schedule online to confirm match days, as the area can become highly congested during home games.
If you are not attending a match, view the stadium exterior during the day to avoid security restrictions on the pitch.
The stadium complex is situated near several residential blocks; walk along the perimeter to access the various gate entrances.
Do not attempt to enter the field or secure locker room areas without authorized media or player accreditation.
Open year-round for sports events; closed to the general public on non-match days.
No specific dress code, but professional football matches strictly prohibit flares, pyrotechnics, and political symbols.
