Football Stadiums
1. Camp Nou – Barcelona, Spain
Home Team: FC Barcelona
Capacity: ~99,354
Highlights: Europe’s largest stadium, renowned for its incredible fan atmosphere and architecture.
Notable Events: Hosted UEFA Champions League finals, 1992 Olympics football games.
2. Wembley Stadium – London, England
Home Team: England National Team
Capacity: ~90,000
Highlights: Iconic arch structure, considered the “home of football” and known for its prestigious events.
Notable Events: FA Cup finals, UEFA Champions League finals, 1966 World Cup Final, and Euro 2020 final.
3. Estadio Azteca – Mexico City, Mexico
Home Team: Club América, Mexico National Team
Capacity: ~87,523
Highlights: Only stadium to host two World Cup finals (1970 and 1986).
Notable Events: Maradona’s “Hand of God” and “Goal of the Century” in the 1986 World Cup.
4. Signal Iduna Park (Westfalenstadion) – Dortmund, Germany
Home Team: Borussia Dortmund
Capacity: ~81,365
Highlights: Known for the “Yellow Wall,” a massive stand where fans create a famously intense atmosphere.
Notable Events: Bundesliga matches and UEFA Champions League games.
5. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – Madrid, Spain
Home Team: Real Madrid
Capacity: ~81,044
Highlights: Famous for hosting numerous Champions League finals and the passion of Real Madrid fans.
Notable Events: Four European Cup/Champions League finals, and Spain’s 1982 World Cup games.
6. Maracanã Stadium – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Home Teams: Flamengo, Fluminense, Brazil National Team
Capacity: ~78,838
Highlights: One of the most iconic stadiums in South America, known for its passionate fans.
Notable Events: 1950 and 2014 World Cup finals, and the 2016 Olympic Games opening and closing ceremonies.
7. San Siro (Giuseppe Meazza Stadium) – Milan, Italy
Home Teams: AC Milan and Inter Milan
Capacity: ~75,923
Highlights: Known for its towering concrete pillars and atmosphere in Serie A and Champions League matches.
Notable Events: Multiple Champions League finals and Italian Serie A derbies.
8. Allianz Arena – Munich, Germany
Home Team: Bayern Munich
Capacity: ~75,024
Highlights: Famous for its illuminated, color-changing facade that reflects the teams playing.
Notable Events: Hosted the 2006 World Cup opening game and the 2012 Champions League final.
9. La Bombonera – Buenos Aires, Argentina
Home Team: Boca Juniors
Capacity: ~54,000
Highlights: Known for its steep stands and intense atmosphere, especially during Boca Juniors’ games.
Notable Events: Superclásico matches between Boca Juniors and River Plate, a cultural icon in Argentina.
10. Anfield – Liverpool, England
Home Team: Liverpool FC
Capacity: ~54,074
Highlights: Famous for “You’ll Never Walk Alone” anthem and loyal fan support, creating a unique atmosphere.
Notable Events: Historic European nights in the Champions League, especially under the lights.