Stadiums are not only venues for sports arenas but also magnificent works of art, creations of engineers and architects. Often, they become the main attractions of a city or country. Who are today’s successors to the Colosseum? And how many people can attend the competitions?
1 May Day Stadium, 150,000
It is located in the capital of North Korea, Pyongyang. This is the largest stadium in the world with a capacity of 150,000 people. Sports competitions and national holidays are held here. The stadium is designed in the shape of a magnolia flower and surrounded by 16 arches symbolizing its petals.
2 Salt Lake Stadium, 120,000
The Silver goes to the Indian Youth Stadium or Salt Lake in India. The facility can accommodate up to 120,000 spectators. Football matches are held on the field with artificial turf.
3 Michigan Stadium, 110,000
One of the oldest stadiums for American football. It was built in 1926 when it could accommodate 82,000 spectators. In 2010, it was rebuilt and expanded. Experts claim the structure can withstand further expansions, potentially reaching a capacity of 200,000. It is currently the largest stadium in the USA.
4 Beaver Stadium, 106,500
This massive stadium, with a capacity of 106,500, belongs to a university town in Pennsylvania. Built in 1960, it has undergone six reconstructions to reach its current seating capacity.
5 Azteca Stadium, 105,000
Located in Mexico, this stadium allows 105,000 people to witness the most impressive football events. It is the only stadium that has hosted two FIFA World Cup finals. Other historic football events like the “Goal of the Century” and the “Game of the Century” also took place here.
6 Neyland Stadium, 102,455
This stadium can accommodate 102,455 spectators for sporting events held at any time of day due to its excellent lighting system. Sometimes it can be expanded to 104,000 people.
7 Ohio Stadium, 102,000
Shaped like a horseshoe, this stadium can accommodate 102,000 spectators. It does not have permanent lighting but uses mobile installations to host matches at any time.
8 Bryant-Denny Stadium, 101,821
Located at the University of Alabama, the team’s name is part of the field markings. Up to 101,000 people can attend sporting events here simultaneously.
9 Azadi Stadium, 100,000
The Iranian Azadi Stadium, meaning “Freedom” in English, accommodates 100,000 people. It is notable for its huge screen that allows comfortable viewing from any part of the stands.
10 Melbourne Cricket Ground, 100,000
This stadium in Melbourne is the largest in Australia and the southern hemisphere, with a capacity of 100,000 people. It hosts various sports competitions including Australian rules football, tennis, cricket, and cycling.
Modern technologies allow the construction of massive structures where world-class sporting events can take place. Thanks to their large capacity, almost anyone can witness these events if they take care to purchase tickets in advance.
