This large stadium is located in Foxborough Massachusetts just twenty one miles southwest of Boston and just twenty miles from Rhode Island, the perfect ratio to have fans come from both areas and enjoy the stadium! The Gillette Stadium is home to the administrative offices for the New England Patriots football team and the New England Revolution Soccer Team. As home field for both teams the stadium sees activity throughout the year from the two teams and has quickly become a success in the area. Opened in 2002 this massive complex seats up to 68,756 screaming fans, this number includes 6,000 club seats and 87 large luxury suites. When the complex opened it was to replace the Foxboro Stadium, ensuring that more fans would have the opportunity to enjoy the games and experience the exhilarating shows. The original name of the stadium which only recently changed was the CMGI field; however after a series of events Gillette purchased the name rights and renamed the field after the company. The town of Foxborough were originally skeptical about the stadiums construction; however in 1999 the funds were approved and work on the stadium began on March 24th in 2000. Since its finish in 2002 the stadium has been a huge success, bring games and events to the area never before achievable. The venue has since hosted the NFL's primetime season opening games in both 2004 and 2005 and unveiled their championship banners from the Super Bowl XXXVIII and XXXIX. In 2003 the stadium hosted the AFC Championship Game, a huge feat for such a new stadium to feature. The Gillette Stadium has recently qualified as a host venue for several large sports events, including the FIFA World Cup and the MLS Cup as well as the NCAA Lacrosse Championships. In the future the Gillette Stadium is expected to expand upon its incredible feats and is quickly rising in the ratings as a successful investment in the sports world.