Where is the largest stadium in the world located. The largest and most spacious football stadium

Any football fan will confirm that the atmosphere of the game during matches largely depends on the football stadium. Football arenas are not only the pride of the club, but of the country as a whole. To the question "Where are biggest stadiums in the world? everyone will remember first of all the Maracanã stadium in Brazil, or start their list with the most popular football countries in Latin America and Europe. However, this is not really the case...

10th place. Borg El Arab Stadium

It is also called "Egyptian Army Stedium". Capacity 86 thousand spectators. It is the largest in Egypt and the second largest among the football arenas of the African continent. It is located near Alexandria in the resort town of Borg El Arab. Its opening took place in 2007. The Egyptian national football team plays here.

9th place. Bung Karno Stadium

The Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta (Indonesia) was built in 1960 and has been renovated several times. In 2007, he hosted matches of the Asian Football Championship, including the final match. Its capacity is 88083 people.

8th place. Wembley Stadium

The legendary Wembley Stadium in England was one of the most famous in the world before it was demolished in 2003. A new arena with the same name was built in its place. The capacity of the modern building is 90,000 spectators. The opening took place in May 2007, where the final match of the FA Cup took place.
A distinctive feature of the old Wembley were two majestic white twin towers. The new modern stadium is equipped with a retractable roof, and above it, at a height of about 140 meters, a huge "Wembley Arch" flaunts.

7th place. First National Bank Stadium

This is the largest football arena in South Africa and throughout Africa. Its unofficial name is Soccer City. The stadium is located in Johannesburg. It was reconstructed as part of the preparation of the country for the football world championship. Capacity 91141 spectators. This stadium hosted the final match between the national teams of Spain and Holland.

6th place. Camp Nou

The largest football arena in Europe. Here hosts one of the best clubs in the world - the Spanish "Barcelona". The stadium was opened in 1957 and bore the name "FC Barcelona Stadium". And only in 2000 it received its final name. Its capacity is 98,934 people.

5th place. Azadi Stadium

Liberty Stadium in Iran. The country's largest football arena can accommodate up to 100,000 football fans. In the period 1971-1984, it was considered the largest stadium in the world. The stadium itself is part of a large-scale sports complex that includes small stadiums, swimming pools, tennis courts, cycle tracks and other facilities.

4th place. Bukit Jalil Stadium

The stadium, built in 1997, is the largest in Malaysia.
Located in the city of Kuala Lumpur. Accepts up to 100200 fans. The permanent venue for the final matches of the Cup and the Super Cup of the country in football.

3rd place. Estadio Azteca

The largest stadium in Mexico and the only one in the world that has hosted two World Cup finals. Its capacity is over 105,000 spectators. A feature of this arena is its high-altitude location: more than 2.2 thousand meters above sea level. And from the outside, it does not look high, since the football field is located at a depth of nine meters. The matches of the national team of the country are held here.

2nd place. Saltlake Stadium

Indian Youth Stadium. The largest in India and the second largest in the world. This 3-tier sports arena can accommodate about 120,000 spectators. In addition to football matches, various sports competitions and cultural events are held here.

1 place. May Day Stadium

Surprisingly, but the largest stadium in the world located in a non-football country - the DPRK (in the city of Pyongyang) and it is designed for 150,000 seats.

Football is one of the most popular and interesting sports. Although most of the top teams play in Europe, in countries such as Germany, Brazil, Spain and England, the largest football stadium in the world built in Asia. Here are the top 10 largest football stadiums in terms of spectator capacity. Data taken from the StadiumDB.com stadium database and current as of June 2018.

10. Borg El-Arab Stadium ("Borg Al-Arab") - 86,000 people

This stadium is located west of the Egyptian city of Alexandria, close to the Mediterranean coast. It was built in 2007 by the Egyptian Armed Forces Corps of Engineers and includes both a football field and an athletics track around the entire perimeter of the field. Thanks to this, Borg Al Arab can be used as a multi-purpose sports arena.

And the Egyptian team plays in Cairo and does not use the country's largest stadium for their matches.

9. Bukit Jalil National Stadium ("Bukit Jalil Stadium") - 87,411 people

Although it is sometimes referred to as a "stadium with 110,000 seats," it is in fact much smaller. According to StadiumDB.com, Bukit Jalil holds just over 87,000 people. However, the Malaysian national stadium, built on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur, is the largest football stadium in the country.

8. Wembley ("Wembley") - 90,652 people

The largest stadium in England was born in pain (2003-2007). Firstly, it was built 4 years later than originally planned. Secondly, the cost of its construction amounted to 798 million pounds, and expected to spend half as much. Because of this, the general contractor and investors ended up in court, and many events had to be cancelled.

The stadium is shaped like a bowl with a retractable roof, and the seats are divided into 3 tiers, the middle of which is exclusively for long-term reservations. This scheme is highly profitable, but has also earned criticism from the media and fans. This approach divides the loyal fans, making it difficult to create the right atmosphere.

The most characteristic feature of the stadium is, of course, the 133-meter steel arch, while the predecessor stadium had twin towers. At night, the arch is lit up and is visible for many kilometers.

7. Bird's Nest ("Bird's Nest") - 91,000 people

China's National Stadium, built in Beijing for the 2008 Summer Olympics, will reopen its gates to Olympians in the winter of 2022.

One of the largest football stadiums in the world was named "Bird's Nest" for a reason. It consists of a concrete bowl surrounded by 24 columns, and on top of them is an interlacing of giant steel beams. They resemble the branches from which the nest of a huge bird is built. And just like a nest, the structure of the stadium seems chaotic and at the same time very solid. As the cost began to rise rapidly, the organizers abandoned the design of the retractable roof, which was originally intended to be made under the "nest".

6. Rose Bowl ("Rose Bowl") - 92,542 people

The name of this American stadium comes from the Rose Bowl game, which has been held here every year since January 1, 1923.

The stadium was originally shaped like a horseshoe, but the open end of the horseshoe was closed by 1928. So far, the bowl built at that time has hardly changed, only minor additions or reconfigurations have been made.

Possessing a huge size, the stadium in its best years (1972-1997) was able to accommodate over 104 thousand people. But due to the addition of seats, especially in the western and eastern zones, its size was reduced to 92,542 people.

5. Soccer City ("Socker City") - 94,736 people

FNB Stadium, also known by the more recognizable name of Soccer City, hosted the 2010 World Cup final. Although its stands can accommodate 94,736 spectators, in 2010 only 84,490 spectators were allowed into the stadium, with the remaining seats reserved for VIPs and the press. The stadium is located in one of - Johannesburg, South Africa.

Due to its shape, reminiscent of an African pot or a local gourd, the stadium was nicknamed "Calabash".

4. Camp Nou ("Camp Nou") - 99,354 people

The famous club "Barcelona" has the honor to play not only in Spain, but also in the largest football stadium in Europe. Construction began in 1954 and lasted three years. Three is also the number of architects who led the project - Francesc Mithans, Lorenzo Garcia Barbón, José Soteras Mauri.

From the very beginning, the Camp Nou was a building of impressive proportions. The initial capacity of 90,000 spectators was increased to 110,000 in 1978 and then to nearly 120,000 ahead of the 1982 World Cup. However, in the future, the safety rules of FIFA, UEFA and the national federation forced the stadium management to reduce the number of seats.

For decades the Camp Nou has been the site of the World Cup, the Olympic Games, the European Cup Winners' Cup, the Champions League and many other major events.

3. Melbourne Cricket Ground ("Melbourne Cricket Ground") - 100,024 people

The history of this Australian stadium, as the name implies, is primarily associated with cricket. But it is also used for football tournaments (the first game took place in 1859), earning the status of the "spiritual home" of the Australian national team.

Along with major cricket events (hosted 2 World Cups), the stadium is also the annual venue for the Australian Football Championship. In addition, top European clubs sometimes use this stadium for their overseas tournaments.

2. Estadio Azteca (Azteca Stadium) - 105,000 people

The second largest football stadium is located in the Mexican capital of Mexico City. It boasts one of the largest premium areas with 856 private boxes for corporate clients. Interestingly, the stadium is neither public property nor the property of a sports club. Its owner is the Mexican media group Televisa.

In 1986, football legend Diego Maradona scored one of the most famous goals, the "Hand of God", during the game "Argentina against England" in the quarter-finals on this field.

1. Rungrado May Day Stadium (First of May Stadium) - 150,000 people

North Korea is not the most successful and richest country in the world. However, it has something that other countries do not yet have. It is the largest football stadium in the world. It is designed for 150 thousand spectators. The total area of ​​the structure is 207,000 m², and the height is 60 m.

The North Korean National Stadium was built on May 1, 1989 as a response to the construction of the Seoul Olympic Stadium, as part of the rivalry between the two countries. Construction took 2.5 years, which is very fast for a building of this magnitude.

The most spectacular element of the stadium is its roof. It forms 16 petal-shaped segments that cover the stands and the 8-storey stadium building. In shape, it resembles a parachute or, in another symbolic connotation, a magnolia flower. The unique roof was recognized and awarded first prize at the 1988 Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions.

Because of its size, the stadium has seen many great events, setting a world attendance record in 1995. Then 190,000 spectators were seated in its stands.

When the North Korean football team is not playing on the field, mass celebrations are regularly held there. Also at the stadium in 1992, a public execution of generals who plotted to overthrow Kim Jong Il, the Sun of the Nation and the Father of the People (this is not all of his official titles), was carried out.

The largest football stadium in Russia

In Moscow, not far from the Sparrow Hills, there is the Luzhniki stadium. Its stands can accommodate 81,000 spectators. Very soon (from June 14) the 2018 FIFA World Cup will begin there.

Football stadiums are not just a place for sporting events. These are huge architectural structures that are the hallmark of the country. As the number of football fans grows, so do the areas of stadiums. The ranking of the largest stadiums in the world presents sports arenas with the largest capacity.

89,318 seats

The tenth position among the largest football stadiums in the world is occupied by the Luzhniki stadium, which is ready to accommodate up to 89,318 fans in its stands. The construction of the sports facility was facilitated by the major victory of the USSR team at the 1952 Olympics. To further increase the sports potential, it was decided to build the largest stadium in the country and meet all international standards.

Luzhniki was built in the shortest possible time, in just 450 days. The grand opening took place on July 31, 1956. The site has been rebuilt several times. At the beginning, the field and the stands were open, at the end of the last century, visors were equipped over the spectator seats. For the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Moscow, Luzhniki will again be reconstructed in accordance with UEFA requirements. Even now the lawn of the football field corresponds to the coverage of the fifth generation.

Luzhniki is the central place in the capital for holding football championships and major competitions in various sports. It was on it that the solemn procedure for closing and opening the 1980 Olympics took place; the famous 1999 match between Russia and FIFA. Capacious spectator stands make the stadium a large venue for music concerts and public events.

90,000 seats

- the youngest of the ten largest stadiums with a capacity of 90,000 people. Its discovery took place in 2007. The sports complex of England was built on the site of the old Wembley. The football finals in 2012 as part of the Olympic Games were held at this sports facility. In appearance, the structure resembles a bowl, which has a roof that can move apart. Above the roof rises a hundred-meter lattice arch, which supports the structure of the roof.

94,000 seats

Located in the California city of Pasedene, it is one of the most impressive stands in terms of capacity in the whole world. Its capacity reaches 94,000 people. This is one of the oldest large stadiums in the United States. Its opening took place in the 1920s. The view of the football arena from above is a huge pink bowl - this is how the name of the stadium is translated. Throughout its existence, the Rose Bowl has participated in several World Cups and has taken part in many football matches and tournaments. It also hosted competitions during the Olympic Games in the 30s and 80s.

94,700 seats

- the main sports arena of Africa, which belongs to one of the the largest in the world. The area where the stands are located can accommodate up to 94,700 spectators. The opening of the sports facility took place in the late 80s. By 2010, the sports complex was completely renovated to host the football world championship. The stadium received the name "Kalabash" from the inhabitants of the country, as it is visually very similar to this plant.

100 00 seats

Strives to live up to its name ("Europe's Largest Stadium"), so it is expected to expand the stand and add about 100,00 more seats for fans in the near future. At the moment, the stands are ready to receive 99,354 guests. The sports arena is intended exclusively for football games. Often concert performances of world stars are held here. The stadium is one of the assets of Spain, which was built in 1957.

100,000 seats

It was considered the most capacious sports arena for more than a dozen years (1971-1984). The stands of the Iranian stadium can accommodate up to 100,000 sports fans. By area, this is perhaps the largest sports complex in the world. , which it occupies, is approximately three million square meters.

100,200 seats

It was built for the Commonwealth Games in 1998. This is the largest sports complex in Malaysia and one of the largest on the planet. It is ready to receive 100,200 visitors on its territory. Matches for the Malaysian Cup and Super Cup are played here.

Azteca Stadium 105,000 seats

One of the three largest stadiums. The sports facility is located in Mexico City, the capital of Latin America. Its stands can accommodate 105,000 fans.

There have been two World Cup finals. The final, held in 1986, is famous for the "goal of the century" by Diego Maradona. The famous football player scored a goal with his hand, thanks to which Argentina became the world champion. In addition to football matches, mass events are held here. So, for example, in 1993, a Michael Jackson concert took place on the territory of the stadium, and in 1999, Pope John Paul II met with the Mexicans. The opening of the building took place in 1966.

120,000 seats

It is called the Indian Youth Stadium. This is the second largest football stadium in the world, which is able to accommodate 120,000 fans of sports matches on its territory. Its area is about three hundred nine thousand square meters. The peculiar shape of the structure is made in the form of an ellipse. The main purpose of the sports arena is football and athletics competitions. The stands are located under the roof, which is a powerful structure made of concrete and aluminum pipes. The discovery took place in 1984.

150,000 seats

- the most unique and largest stadium in terms of area and capacity in the world (Pyongyang, North Korea). It got its name in honor of the holiday of all workers - May 1. It is also called Rungnado, after the place where it is located. The huge football house can accommodate up to 150,000 fans on its area.

In addition to sports games, the arena hosts national holidays of Korea, which were able to get into the Guinness Book of Records for their mass character and theatricality. The majestic sports facility attracts the eye with its aesthetic design, which from the outside resembles a magnolia - the national flower of the DPRK.

The arches of the stadium are arranged in a circle in the form of 16 petals. The largest and most beautiful sports facility is provided with 80 entrances and exits. Its size is approximately 60 meters in height, and the area of ​​the sports complex reaches two million square meters. The opening of the stadium took place on May 1, 1989.

And just lovers and connoisseurs of sports. Today I want to introduce you to the largest stadiums in Europe. I want to make a reservation right away: this list includes not only stadiums where football clubs meet – three stadiums have not hosted football matches on their field until today, but they hosted various sporting events, plus their capacity exceeds 80 thousand people.

So, the list of the 10 largest stadiums in Europe includes stadiums from Spain (2 stadiums), England (3 stadiums), Ireland, France, Germany, Italy and Russia. Half of the stadiums shown are dedicated exclusively to football matches, three stadiums are equipped with running tracks and capable of hosting athletics events, one stadium hosts exclusively rugby competitions, and the Irish stadium exclusively hosts national sports competitions.

If we talk about the age of the stadiums presented today, then four stadiums from the list presented were opened in the first half of the last century, four stadiums in the second half of the last century and two stadiums in our century. The “youngest” is the Olympic Stadium from London (opened in 2011), and the “oldest” stadium, also located on the outskirts of London, is Twickenham (opened in 1909).

one. . Spain, city of Barcelona.

Spain's largest stadium Camp Nou- rightfully occupies the first line in today's list, as it is able to host about one hundred thousand people within its walls: its capacity is 99,786 people. The real royal stadium of the royal club of Spain - FC Barcelona.

2. . England, city of London.

The second line in the list of the largest stadiums in Europe is occupied by a stadium from England - Wembley (Wembley Stadium), which can accommodate 90,000 people. Sometimes this stadium is also called New Wembley in honor of the stadium that was on this site earlier.

3. . Spain, city of Madrid.

In third place is another stadium from Spain - Santiago Bernabeu (Estadio Santiago Bernabeu). Its capacity is 85,454 people.

four. . Ireland, city of Dublin.

In fourth place is the Irish Stadium Croke Park with 82,300 seats. This stadium hosts mainly national Gaelic football and hurling competitions.

5. . England, city of Twickenham.

Fifth place is occupied by another stadium from England - Twickenham (Twickenham Stadium). If today we were talking about the largest rugby stadiums, then he would take the first line in the world ranking. The stadium is designed exclusively for rugby matches, and its stands can easily accommodate 82,000 people.

6. . France, the city of Saint-Denis.

France in our list is represented by the stadium Stade de France, which accommodates 81,338 people. This stadium is multifunctional; The treadmills here are easy to install and can turn the stadium into an athletics arena in a matter of moments.

7. . Germany, city of Dortmund.

Germany is represented today by the Borussia Dortmund Stadium - Signal Iduna Park (Signal Iduna Park). It is capable of receiving 80,645 people

eight. . Italy, city of Milan.

9. . England, city of London.

The smallest thing is missing Olympic Stadium from London to climb a little higher in the list of the largest stadiums in Europe - it seats 80,000 people and ranks ninth in today's list.

ten. . Russia, city of Moscow.

And closes the list of the 10 largest stadiums in Europe, our native stadium - Luzhniki with a capacity of 78,360 people. In 2018, the opening and closing ceremonies of the World Football Championship, as well as a number of Championship matches, will be held here.

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Football is the #1 sport in the world. And the most popular sport needs beautiful, huge and best arenas for matches. Below are 12 beauties of stadiums, most of which are known around the world for their legend.

1. Olympiastadion

Stadium in Munich, where in 1972. Summer Olympic Games were held.

Another stadium in Munich, where two local clubs play: Bayern Munich and Munich 1860. The following is interesting: when Bayern hosts rivals, the diamonds on the outside of the stadium are lit in red; when Munich 1860 is playing - diamonds are lit in blue; and during the matches of the German national team - diamonds glow white.

The home stadium of the Spanish club Real Madrid, where the Spanish national team sometimes plays matches. The second largest stadium in the country after the Nou Camp (Barcelona).

The largest stadium in Europe where the Spanish Barcelona plays.

The stadium where the Ukrainian football club Shakhtar (Donetsk) plays. The first stadium in Eastern Europe to be built to UEFA 5-star accreditation standards.

The stadium where Arsenal play their matches. The second largest in England after Old Trafford in Manchester. It was built instead of the old and incapable Highbury.

The Grand Sports Arena in Moscow is considered the largest stadium in Russia, and one of the largest in the world.

The largest stadium in Brazil and is located in the capital city of Rio de Janeiro.

At one time, before the reconstruction, the stadium could accommodate about 200,000 people! After reconstruction, the capacity is 87101 spectators.

Stadium in Manchester, where the world-famous Manchester United plays.

One of the few stadiums that has a 5-star rating.

It is located in Milan (Italy) and is the stadium for two Milan clubs - Milan and Inter. When Milan plays, the stadium is called San Siro, during Inter matches, the name changes to Giuseppe Meazzo.

Stadium in Australia, which was reconstructed for the 2000 Olympic Games, which hosted football matches.

Capacity - 45,000 spectators.

Located in London and does not belong to any of the clubs.

For all the time, 12 finals of various football tournaments have been played on it. The England team plays at the stadium.