Emirates Stadium turns 20: Bergkamp testimonial marked the ground's opening
Arsenal's Emirates Stadium turned 20 on July 22, with the ground having opened for Dennis Bergkamp's testimonial in 2006.
· Kickhell
Updated Sep 18, 2026
Arsenal marked the 20th anniversary of Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, with the ground having opened on July 22, 2006, for Dennis Bergkamp's testimonial match.
The occasion brought together legends from both Arsenal and Ajax to celebrate Bergkamp's career following his retirement after 10 years at the club in north London.
Notable figures in attendance included Thierry Henry and Johan Cruyff, among others. Arsenal have released a commemorative video of the match to mark the two-decade milestone.
Bergkamp's testimonial was the first match played at Emirates Stadium, which replaced Highbury as the club's home ground.
