Football is a global passion that unites people from all over the globe. At the heart of all that passion stands the legendary stadiums where history is made. When there are big matches to be played, there are only a few stadiums around the world that can capture the big moments.
Below, we examine the top 10 stadiums every football fan must know or be familiar with. These are not merely construction masterpieces or the largest stadiums in the world that have hosted some of the greatest matches, but have become the personification of the football heritage.
10. River Plate (Estadio Monumental)
9. Signal Iduna Park – Dortmund, Germany
8. Estadio Azteca – Mexico City, Mexico
7. Allianz Arena – Munich, Germany
6. Old Trafford – Manchester, England
5. Maracanã Stadium – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
4. San Siro – Milan, Italy
3. Wembley stadium
2. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium – Madrid, Spain
1. Camp Nou – Barcelona, Spain
10. Estadio Monumental
Estadio Monumental, also River Plate's home stadium and officially known as Estadio Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti, is one of the world's finest stadiums and an Argentine football icon. Located in Buenos Aires with an estimated cost of about $45 million, it has been the home of Club Atlético River Plate since it was first opened in 1938. With a seating capacity of over 83,000, it is the largest football stadium in Argentina and has played host to some of the greatest moments in South American football history.
The Monumental is the prime destination, especially for high-profile matches like the classic Superclásico against Boca Juniors. The roar of the crowd and the electric mood that sweeps the stadium for these games is an atmosphere of football that commands as much wonder and admiration from supporters everywhere in the world.
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The stadium has been a venue for several international events, such as the 1951 pan American games, Copa America, and most famously the 1978 FIFA World Cup final when Argentina raised their first World Cup trophy.
Beyond football, Estadio Monumental has also been a cultural landmark, with concerts and public events. Its iconic status, not only in Argentina but across the globe, is a reflection of the intense love River Plate shares with the passionate football culture that dominates the country, and it is a must-visit for any football enthusiast. It was upgraded with improved infrastructure, amenities and connectivity, and also an additional 12,000 seat in 2020. The football field is set to host the second match of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
9. Signal Iduna Park – Dortmund, Germany
Situated in Dortmund, Germany, Signal Iduna Park, previously Westfalenstadion is one of the world's most legendary and charged football stadiums. Constructed between 1971 and 1974 at an estimated price of €200 million, Its most renowned aspect is the Südtribüne (South Stand), popularly known as the Yellow Wall—is a gigantic standing terrace that accommodates approximately 25,000 of the most ardent Borussia Dortmund (BVB) fans.
It is Germany's largest stadium with a massive capacity of 81,365 for home games and around 65,000 for away games, it has hosted hundreds of memorable matches, especially during Borussia Dortmund's championship football seasons. Borussia Dortmund (BVB) are the home team, and it has become known for its electric atmosphere, passionate fans, and record-breaking attendances.
