Stadiums not only transcend their roles as mere sports venues but serve as home to unwavering passionate fans. Modern architecture has given birth to some of the most fascinating venues around the world. From innovative features like LED lights and earthquake-resistant roofs, modern stadiums are an integral part of a sports event.
We take a look at some of the largest stadiums across all sports in the world based on their capacity.
10. Camp Nou, Barcelona – Capacity: 99,354
Camp Nou, home of FC Barcelona is the largest stadium in Europe with a capacity of 99,354. The stadium was originally called Estadi del FC Barcelona but was renamed Camp Nou in 1957. The venue has some of the most historical football matches including two UEFA Champions League Finals.
It is undergoing renovation currently and is expected to hold over 100,000 spectators when the renovation is complete.
9. Melbourne Cricket Ground – Capacity: 100,024
Melbourne Cricket Ground is located in Melbourne Australia and is the biggest stadium in Oceanic. It has been home to cricket matches since 1853 and is also known to host exhibition soccer matches, rugby, and athletic events. It has famously hosted two Cricket World Cup finals and the 1956 Olympics.
8. Neyland Stadium, Knoxville – Capacity: 101,915
Neyland Stadium is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, North America, and is home to Tennessee Volunteers football. It has undergone 16 expansions since opening in 1921. It earned its name after Robert Neyland, one of the most successful coaches at the University of Tennessee.
With two decks of seats enclosing the playing field, it is one of the loudest stadiums in American football.
7. Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge – Capacity: 102,321
The Tiger Stadium was opened on 25th November 1924 and is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, North America. Home to LSU Tigers Football, it is the third largest in the Southeastern Conference. Tiger Stadium is known for its bouncing atmosphere and was once registered on the Ritcher Scale.
It initially started as a 12,000 seater but was renovated later and now holds an enormous 102,321 fans.
6. Ohio Stadium, Columbus – Capacity: 102,780
Known as the Horseshoe due to its unique design, Ohio Stadium is the home of the Ohio State Buckeyes. It was opened in 1922 and is known to host music concerts. The highest attendance at the stadium was recorded at 110,045 in 2016 for a game against Michigan in American football. It was also used for soccer games and athletic meetings earlier.
5. Kyle Field, College Station – Capacity: 102,733
Kyle Field, College Station is situated in College Station, Texas, North America, and is home to Texas A&M Aggies football. The stadium is honored in the name of Edwin Jackson Kyle, a graduation student who wanted a place for sports at the school. It is also the biggest stadium in the Southeastern Conference.
4. Beaver Stadium, University Park – Capacity: 106,572
Located in Pennsylvania State University, North America, Beaver Stadium is the second largest stadium in the USA with a capacity of 106,572. It was opened on 17th September 1960 and is home of Penn State Nittany Lions Football. It was voted as the best college football stadium in 2016.
3. Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor – Capacity: 107,601
Michigan Stadium also known as the ‘Big House’ was built in 1927 and is a stadium of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the largest stadium in the United States and the home of Michigan Wolverines football. It played host to Real Madrid versus Manchester United in 2014.
2. Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad – Capacity: 132,000
Narendra Modi Stadium is located in India and is the largest cricket stadium in the world. It has a capacity of 132,000 and famously hosted the ICC Cricket World Cup final in 2023.
It was previously known as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium and was renamed Narendra Modi Stadium in 2021 in honor of the Prime Minister of India.
1. Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang – Capacity: 150,000
Built over an area of 7 hectares (51 acres), Rungrado 1st of May Stadium is the largest stadium in the world with an enormous capacity of 150,000. Located in North Korea, the stadium was opened on May 1, 1989, and is known for hosting multiple events like gymnastics and wrestling. It is the home of the Korea DPR national football team.
Mohd Faisal Hakak is a sports author from Kashmir. He likes to keep tabs on the sporting world with a keen interest in football, motorsports, NBA, and other marquee sports. He is a science graduate from Islamia College Srinagar.
