The landscape of sporting stadiums is evolving, with a shift towards prioritising spectator experiences and comfort in their design, alongside the growing trend of televised and online viewing.
Yet, the allure of being amidst a packed stadium, witnessing teams clash on the field in front of fervent fans, remains unparalleled. While stadium design adapts to modern demands, the essence of live sporting events retains its timeless appeal, ensuring its enduring presence in the sporting world.
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Top 10 Biggest Stadiums in the World 2025
We've compiled a selection of iconic enclosed stadiums, excluding venues tailored for horse and car racing, such as the renowned Indianapolis Motor Speedway, capable of accommodating an impressive 400,000 spectators.
Additionally, Strahov Stadium in Prague, Czechia, while no longer serving as a hub for competitive sports events, is noteworthy for its vast capacity of 220,000, now primarily utilised for hosting large-scale concerts. Here is the complete:
| Rank | Stadium Name | Capacity | Location | Architect(s) |
| 1 | Strahov Stadium | 220,000 | Prague, Czech Republic | Alois Dryak |
| 2 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 132,000 | Ahmedabad, India | - |
| 3 | Rungrado 1st May Stadium | 114,000 | Pyongyang, North Korea | - |
| 4 | Michigan Stadium | 107,601 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA | Bernard Green |
| 5 | Beaver Stadium | 106,572 | Pennsylvania, USA | Michael Baker Jr., Inc. / Populous |
| 6 | Ohio Stadium | 102,780 | Ohio, USA | Howard Dwight Smith |
| 7 | Kyle Field | 102,733 | Texas, USA | F.E. Geisecke / Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam / Populous |
| 8 | Tiger Stadium | 102,231 | Louisiana, USA | Wogan and Bernard / Trahan Architects |
| 9 | Neyland Stadium | 101,915 | Tennessee, USA | - |
| 10 | Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium | 100,119 | Texas, USA | Herbert M. Greene |
The Great Strahov Stadium is the largest stadium in the world, with a maximum capacity of holding 250,000 (over 2 lakhs) spectators. Although this stadium comes under the category of closed stadiums by capacity, it was designed by architect Alois Dryák in 1926.
It was built to host gymnastics festivals known as Slets, which were open to all age groups. The stadium covers a total area of 63,000 m², equivalent to nine football fields. Since its closure, it is now only used in a limited capacity, primarily for Sparta Football Club.
However, at the current time, Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is the largest stadium in the world, with a capacity of 132,000. It primarily serves as a cricket venue and has modern amenities, including LED lighting and earthquake-resistant features.
The Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, located in Pyongyang, North Korea, is the second-largest with a capacity of 114,000. This stadium is known for its unique architectural design and serves multiple purposes, including football and athletic events.
Michigan Stadium, often referred to as "The Big House", is the largest stadium in the United States and ranks third globally with a capacity of 107,601. It is primarily used for American football.
Other notable stadiums include Beaver Stadium, Ohio Stadium, and Kyle Field, all of which are significant venues for college football in the United States
Stadium capacity typically denotes the number of actual seats available for purchase by spectators during sporting events, excluding press box seats, standing room areas, and additional temporary seating arrangements.
Certain stadiums, such as the Cowboys (AT&T) Stadium in Arlington, Texas, boast a base seating capacity of 80,000, which can be expanded to accommodate up to 105,000 attendees, including standing room allocations, depending on the event.
Occasionally, stadium attendance surpasses the listed capacity, exemplified by the Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, where the highest recorded attendance reached 102,315 during Texas' season opener against Notre Dame in 2016, despite the official capacity being listed as 100,119.
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