Football stadiums are not just a venue for sporting events. These are huge architectural structures that are the hallmark of the country. Due to the growing number of football fans, the stadium area is also growing. The ranking of the largest football stadiums in the world includes sports arenas with the largest capacity.
10. Luzhniki | 89 318 places
The tenth position among the largest football stadiums in the world is held 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 a major victory for the USSR team at the 1952 Olympics. To further build up sports potential, it was decided to build the largest stadium in the country and meeting 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 more than once. At the beginning, the field and the stands were open; at the end of the last century, visors were equipped with visors above the seats. By the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Moscow, Luzhniki will again be reconstructed to meet UEFA requirements. Already, the lawn of the football field corresponds to the fifth generation coverage.
Luzhniki is the central place in the capital for football championships and major competitions in various sports. It was on it that the solemn process of closing and opening the 1980 Olympics was held; the famous 1999 match between the Russian national team and FIFA. Capacious spectator stands make the stadium a large venue for musical concerts and public events.
9. New Wembley | 90,000 places
New wembley - The youngest of the ten largest stadiums with a capacity of 90,000 people. Its discovery occurred 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 venue. In appearance, the structure resembles a cup, which has a roof that can be moved apart. Above the roof rises a hundred-meter trellised arch, which supports the roof structure.
8. Rose Bowl | 94,000 places
Rose bowllocated in the Californian city of Paseden, is one of the most impressive stands in terms of capacity on the whole earth. Its capacity reaches 94,000 people. This is one of the oldest large stadiums in the USA. Its discovery took place in the 20s. The top view of the football arena 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 championships and has participated in many football matches and tournaments. There were also competitions during the Olympic Games in the 30s and 80s.
7. Sokker City | 94,700 places
Sokker City - the main sports arena in Africa, which belongs to one of the largest in the world. The area where the stands are located can accommodate up to 94,700 spectators. The opening of a sports facility took place in the late 80s. By 2010, the sports complex was completely renovated for the World Cup. The stadium received the name "Calabash" from the inhabitants of the country, as it is visually very similar to this plant.
6. Camp Nou | 100 00 places
camp Nou seeks to justify its name ("The largest stadium in Europe"), so in the near future it is expected to expand the rostrum and add about 100,00 more seats for fans. At the moment, the stands are ready to receive 99 354 guests. The sports arena is exclusively for football games. Often concerts of world stars are held here. The stadium is one of the assets of Spain, which was erected in 1957.
5. Azadi | 100,000 places
Azadi It was considered the most spacious sports arena for more than a dozen years (1971-1984). In the stands of the Iranian stadium can accommodate up to 100,000 sports fans. By area, perhaps this is the largest sports complex in the whole world. The territory it occupies is approximately three million square meters.
4. Bukit Jalil | 100 200 places
Bukit Jalil was elevated to the sports competition "Commonwealth Games" in 1998. This is the largest sports complex in Malaysia in terms of area and one of the largest on the entire planet. He is ready to receive 100,200 visitors on his territory. There are fights for the Cup and the Malaysian Football Super Cup.
3. Aztec Stadium | 105 000 places
Aztec one of the three largest stadiums. A sports facility is located in Mexico City, the capital of Latin America. Its stands are able to fit 105,000 fans.
Two World Cup finals took place here. The final, held in 1986, is famous for the “goal of the century”, which was made by Diego Maradonna. The famous footballer 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 was held at the stadium, and in 1999, Pope John Paul II met with the Mexicans. The opening of the building took place in 1966.
2. Salt Lake | 120,000 places
Salt lake called the stadium of Indian youth. This is the second largest football stadium in the world, which can host 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.
1. May Day Stadium | 150,000 places
May Day Stadium - The most unique and largest stadium in terms of area and capacity in the whole world (Pyonghan, North Korea). Got its name in honor of the holiday of all workers - May 1. It is also called the Rungnado, in the place in which it is located. The huge football house is able to accommodate up to 150,000 fans in its area.
In addition to sports games, the national holidays of Korea are held in the arena, which were able to get into the Guinness Book of Records for its mass character and theatricality. The majestic sports facility attracts the eye with its aesthetic design, which from the side resembles 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.