The structure also serves as a large seawall in the densely populated part of Majuro which has become inundated with seawater through the effects of climate change, particularly during king tide.

[3] By July 2020 the land reclamation project on the 10-acre piece of property was nearly complete, with an anticipated finish of mid to late 2021.

[4] In November 2021 it was confirmed that the tournament would be delayed, partially because of the effects of the pandemic on border controls which affected the availability of specialized contractors and shipping of necessary construction materials, supplies, and equipment needed to complete the facility.

[7] In January 2023 the president of the Marshall Islands Soccer Federation stated that stadium construction was ahead of schedule for its official opening.

He also stated that the stadium was a vital piece of infrastructure for the association’s plans to join the Oceania Football Confederation and FIFA.