The Narva football and athletics hall, constructed in 2024, has been declared unsafe by an expert analysis, which found that critical errors were made during its construction. This means that the main membrane structure of the hall must be completely dismantled and rebuilt. The report from Põhjarannik highlights the severity of the issues found, indicating that the integrity of the facility is compromised, posing a risk to its future use.

In response to the expert findings, Narva's mayor, Katri Raik, publicly stated on social media that the hall will not be demolished outright. Instead, she informed the public that meetings would be held soon with the designers and builders to discuss potential solutions to make the football hall safe and functional. This indicates a shift from immediate demolition to a more collaborative approach in addressing the structural concerns.

The city leadership's decision to not proceed with the demolition also raises questions about accountability, as Raik emphasized that those responsible for the construction errors would be held liable. The outcome of the upcoming meetings will be critical in determining the future of the football hall, including whether it could reopen in the upcoming spring, although that timeline remains uncertain at present.