1950, the leaders of Colón managed to acquire a land adjoining the stadium, thanks to a loan of $750,000 granted by the National Government. The land itself was located in its southern sector, which, in the end, was acquired in cash for the sole purpose of continuing with the expansion of the stands. In 1952, the first section of cement on the west side was completed, which included 1,000 stalls. In this way, it increased its capacity to 20,000 people, becoming the one with the largest capacity in Santa Fe. That same year the stadium was named "Eva Perón" who had supported Colón's affiliation to the Argentine Football Association in 1948. and later financially help the institution for the construction of the first cement grandstands and artificial lighting. However, after the coup d'état that overthrew Juan Domingo Perón, the names of the president and his wife were banned, so the stadium was renamed "Brigadier General Estanislao López" in honor of the Argentine caudillo who governed the province of Santa Fe between 1818 and 1838. In 2009, the AFA chose the Brigadier López Stadium as one of the venues for the 2011 Copa América hosted in Argentina. That same year, the stadium was refurbished and expanded. Works included new grandstands, scoreboards, press boxes, and a renovated lighting system. Sports events Football The stadium hosted the following matches of the 2011 Copa América: Rugby union Rugby U20 World Cup In 2010 the stadium was one of the three venues of the World Rugby U-20 Championship. Some pool A and pool C matches and the playoffs were played at Colón Stadium. Other rugby matches Concerts Estadio Brigadier López has hosted several concerts of Argentine and international bands, such as: Notes References External links Photos at stadionwelt.de Club Atlético Colón b b b b Buildings and structures in Santa Fe Province Sport in Santa Fe Province Sports venues completed in 1946 Buildings and structures in Santa Fe, Argentina