Sempaja Stadium or Madya Sempaja Stadium is a

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. It is located in Jalan KH Wahid Hasyim.

History

In 2007, the stadium was chosen as the best stadium in the

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. It was used by

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before they moved to Segiri Samarinda Stadium.

Facilities

There is a hotel to accommodate athletes competing in the stadium.

References

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External links

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