Tallaght Stadium is to gain a fourth stand after South Dublin Council gave formal approval for a €7.7million upgrade of Shamrock Rovers' home ground.
The works will see the construction of a new two-thousand seater North Stand as well the development of the West Stand to a "high-quality corporate area".
When completed it will increase the overall capacity of the stadium to 10,000 for games while it could host up to 20,000 people for concerts.
"The completion of this work will see Tallaght Stadium meet UEFA Category 4 requirements to host any European competition, including Champions League matches," South Dublin Council announced in a statement.
"The Council also plans to develop the existing West Stand to incorporate a medical area, mixed media zone, match official’s area and new kitchen and dining facilities.
"In conjunction with these plans, South Dublin County Council intends to promote Tallaght Stadium as an events venue to include music, festivals and all aspects of community events. With stadium seating and temporary on-field seating, the venue will accommodate up to 20,000 people.
“The ongoing investment being made in the development of Tallaght Stadium is evidence of our councils commitment to sport , community infrastructure , the civic pride and reputation of the Tallaght area," chief executive of South Dublin County Council Daniel McLoughlin said of the plans.
