The 5 Best Soccer Stadiums in the World
Although every fan will say that their team’s stadium is the best, the truth is that there are several stadiums that top the list and have been chosen by millions of fans. In this article, we’ll reveal the best soccer stadiums in the world.
The best soccer stadiums
Everyone knows these stadiums, not just their fans. If you’re a soccer fan, you simply have to visit these stadiums at least once in your life.
1. La Bombonera – Boca Juniors
Its official name is Estadio Alberto J. Armando, but everyone knows it as ‘La Bombonera’ because it looks a bit like a box of chocolates. It has three sides with three slightly curved trays each and a fourth vertical side with a different architectural design.
La Bombonera is the legendary setting for the Conmebol Libertadores Cup. It’s owned by the Argentinian team Boca Juniors which is one of the most important teams in the country. It has a capacity for 49,000 spectators and first opened in 1940, after two years of construction. According to those who have visited La Bombonera, it has a special atmosphere. There’s a popular saying that says, “It doesn’t shake, it beats”.
2. Camp Nou – Barcelona: best soccer stadiums
Located in the Les Corts district of Barcelona, its name in Catalan means ‘new field’. It’s home to Barcelona FC and opened in 1957. Camp Nou has the largest capacity in Europe: 99,354.
The stadium was originally going to be named after Barcelona founder, Joan Gamper, but the authorities at the time refused. The name ‘Camp Nou’ refers to the fact that it’s more modern than the older pitch, also located in Les Corts.
3. Allianz Arena – Bayern Munich
Another of the best soccer stadiums in the world, this is the home of Bayern Munich and is one of the most modern stadiums in Europe. Opened in 2005, it has the capacity to hold 75,000.
Several important matches have been played in the Allianz Arena, not just in the German Bundesliga, but also during the 2006 World Cup. The opening match of the tournament was played here between Germany and Costa Rica, as well as the semi-final between Portugal and France.
4. Wembley Stadium: best soccer stadiums
The fourth of our top five stadiums is in London, England. Located in the London borough of Wembley, this venue hosts English national team matches and the FA Cup final. During the London 2012 Olympic Games, it was also the venue for the soccer final between Brazil and Mexico.
Despite the fact that Wembley Stadium has a lot of history, the present stadium is very modern and opened in 2007. It has a capacity for 90,000 spectators and hosts many other events besides soccer – most notably music concerts.
5. Santiago Bernabéu – Real Madrid
This stadium is home to one of the most important teams in Spain and is named after a man who was a player, coach, and president of the team for over 35 years. The stadium is located on Paseo de la Castellana, in the Chamartín district, and was inaugurated in 1947.
Today, it’s one of UEFA’s ‘elite stadiums’ and has capacity for almost 82,000 spectators, following its expansion and renovation during the 90s and 2000s. The Bernabéu has also hosted matches for the Spanish national team, the 1962 Euro Cup, the 1982 World Cup, European Cups, Intercontinental Cups, and the Libertadores.
As well as these five, there are a number of other soccer stadiums that are worth mentioning, including Estadio Azteca (Mexico), Soccer City (Johannesburg, South Africa), San Siro (Milan, Italy), Signal Iduna Park (Dortmund, Germany), Maracaná (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil), Old Trafford (Manchester, England), Celtic Park (Glasgow, Scotland), Estadio Da Luz (Lisbon, Portugal) and Stade Velodrome (Marseille, France). Which is your favorite?
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