Modern and classic stadiums are the temples of football. They amaze with their grandeur and magnificence. Each has its own atmosphere and special spirit. These fields energize players and fans. As they say, houses and walls help. So, football stadiums are built in such a way that they not only help the team win, but also convey the special atmosphere of a sports festival.

15. St. James Park (Newcastle upon Tyne, England)

The capacity of the stadium is 52,405 people. Home ground of Newcastle United Football Club. It is one of the oldest sports facilities in the North East of England. In 2000, the stadium underwent the last reconstruction.

This is one of the most spectacular English stadiums. It is located on a hill, thanks to which it offers a beautiful view of the city.

14. “Estadio da Luz” (Lisbon, Portugal)

The capacity of the stadium is 64,642 people. Home stadium of the Benfica club. The official opening took place on October 25, 2003. In 2014, this stadium hosted the Champions League final.

This stadium inspired the creators of the London “Emirates”. A home arena and loyal fans can provide Benfica with incredible support.

13. Velodrome (Marseille, France)

The stadium’s capacity is 67,000 people. The stands of the Velodrome are named after famous citizens of Marseille. The arena owes its name to the fact that it was originally intended for cycling competitions. The home stadium of the French football club Olympique. AT 2

It is the largest club football stadium in France. After the stadium was thoroughly reconstructed in 2014, it became the owner of one-of-a-kind oval stands.

12. Maracana (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)

Capacity – 78,838 people. Home arena of the clubs Flamengo and Fluminense, as well as the Brazilian national team. The official name of the stadium is Mario Filho. Construction began in 1948 and was completed by 1965. Hosted two world championships in 1950 and 2014.

In the past – the largest football stadium in the world. It is called a real miracle of sports architecture, as well as the temple of the second Brazilian religion – football.

11. Santiago Bernabeu (Madrid, Spain)

The capacity of the stadium is 81,044 people. Built in 1947. Home arena of the football club “Real Madrid”. Has the fourth category of UEFA. Hosted the finals of the 1964 European Championship and the 1982 World Cup, as well as four finals of Europe’s most prestigious club competition, the Champions League.

Named after Real Madrid president Santiago Bernabéu.

10. Anfield (Liverpool, England)

The capacity of the arena is 54,074 people. Home stadium of Liverpool FC. The stadium was built in 1884. It was originally the home ground of Everton, who played there until 1892.

Hosted the 1996 European Championship.

Interestingly, the distance between Anfield and Goodison Park, Everton’s home arena today, is only 765 meters – a record minimum distance between five-star stadiums. It is considered one of the most “singing” stadiums in the world.

9. Emirates (London, England)

The stadium’s capacity is 60,260 spectators. The home stadium of the Arsenal football team. It was opened on July 22, 2006. Replaced the old stadium “Arsenal” – “Highbury”.

Construction cost £430 million. It bears the name of the main sponsor of the club – Emirates Airline, with which the club signed a record contract for €100 million in 2006. The stadium will be called Emirates until 2019.

8. Celtic Park (Glasgow, Scotland)

Capacity – 60 832. Home arena of the football club “Celtic”. It is the second largest stadium in Scotland.

It is one of the greatest European arenas. “Celtic Park” is also known for the very emotional and loud support of local fans.

7. Old Trafford (Greater Manchester, England)

Capacity – 75,643 spectators. Old Trafford is known as the “Theatre of Dreams”. Built in 1909. It has been the home ground of Manchester United Football Club since 1910.

This stadium hosted matches of the 1966 World Cup, as well as the 1996 European Championship and the 2003 Champions League final. Old Trafford is featured in a number of songs sung by Manchester United fans.

6. Allianz Arena (Munich, Germany)

The stadium’s capacity is 75,000 spectators. Built in 2005 by the architects Herzog and de Meuron. It serves as the home arena for the football clubs Bayern Munich and 1860 Munich.

The stadium has unique lighting. When Bayern games are played here, the diamonds in the stadium are lit red, and when Munich 1860, the diamonds turn blue. They can also glow with the colors of the German national team.

The stadium hosted the 2006 World Cup matches and the 2011/12 Champions League final.

5. San Siro (Milan, Italy)

The San Siro Stadium, also known as the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, has a capacity of 80,018. It is the home arena of two football clubs – Milan and Inter. Named after two-time world champion Giuseppe Meazza. Built in 1925.

Hosted World Cup matches in 1934 and 1990, European Cup finals in 1965 and 1970. It also hosted the 2001 and 2016 League Finals.

4. “Signal Iduna Park” (Dortmund, Germany)

The capacity of the stadium is 81,359 people. It is the largest football arena in Germany. The home stadium of Borussia Dortmund. In 2001, the stadium hosted one of the most successful finals in European competition history – the UEFA Cup final – Liverpool VS Alaves (5:4).

Always filling the stadium stands, the Borussia fans are considered among the best in Europe.

3. Stade de France (Paris, France)

The capacity of this stadium is 81,338 fans. The cost of building the stadium amounted to €285 million. It was opened in 1998 for the World Cup.

Now it is the venue for the home matches of the French national football team. Hosted seven matches of the 2016 European Football Championship.

Designed for athletics competitions.

2. Camp Nou (Barcelona, Spain)

Capacity – 99,354 people. Camp Nou means “New Field” in Catalan. Built in 1957. The largest in terms of capacity in all of Europe. UEFA rates it five stars. “Camp Nou” hosted the matches of the European Championship, the World Cup, as well as the 1992 Olympic football tournament.

The museum of the club “Barcelona” functions at the stadium.

1. New Wembley (London, England)

The capacity of this stadium is 90,000 spectators. Built in 2007 on the site of the former Wembley, which has hosted 12 football tournament finals throughout history.

Wembley is not owned by clubs and is the headquarters of the England national team. Tottenham Hotspur temporarily play at Wembley this season. This huge football arena has restaurants, shops and more in its under stands.