For decades in the 20th century, when discussing the stadium with the highest attendance at a single match in the world , Maracana (Brazil) was always mentioned. This stadium once welcomed nearly 200,000 spectators during the match between Brazil and Uruguay at the 1950 World Cup, thanks to its utilization of the rooftop areas and standing spaces around the stands.
However, with changes in safety standards and the organization and operation of international sporting events, these rooftop areas were gradually removed and replaced with fixed, safe seating. In particular, after renovations for the 2014 World Cup, the Maracana's capacity was reduced to its current 78,838 seats.
From this point on, the concept of "World's Largest Stadium" is no longer measured by the maximum number of spectators present, but is established based on standard seating capacity, marking a shift to the era of modern, multi-purpose, safe, and sustainable mega-stadiums.
The 5 largest stadiums in the world according to current international standards.
Top 1 - Narendra Modi (India): 132,000 seats
Inaugurated in 2020 on the site of the former Sardar Patel Stadium, Narendra Modi Stadium is now the world's largest stadium by seating capacity and a new symbol of Indian cricket.
Owned by the Gujarat Cricket Association, the stadium hosts international Test, ODI, T20 matches and the prestigious IPL league. With a total construction cost of approximately $100 million, the stadium features a circular design with blue and saffron-colored seats, representing the traditional colors of the Indian national team, allowing for optimal views from every seat in the stands.
The structure is equipped with 76 entrances and exits, and a roof-mounted LED lighting system replaces traditional lampposts, improving the audience experience and operational efficiency.
Top 2 - Rungrado May 1 (North Korea): 114,000 seats
The Rungrado May 1st Stadium, located in Pyongyang, was inaugurated in 1989 and has hosted several matches of the North Korean national football team, as well as qualifying matches for the 2018 AFC U23 Championship. The stadium's exterior architecture is designed like stacked flower petals, while the interior features two large circular grandstands.
Although the International Olympic Committee (IOC) website lists its capacity at 150,000, the Rungrado 1 May Stadium actually only has 114,000 standard seats. According to stadium data website stadiumdb.com, the 150,000 figure represents the maximum number of people who can be present in the stadium at the same time (similar to the case of the Maracana Stadium previously). Stadiumdb.com stated that their representatives verified the figure and, after counting all seats, including VIP and press areas, the actual number was less than 114,000. (Reference link)
Top 3 - Michigan (USA): 107,601 seats
Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan Stadium is the University of Michigan's primary football stadium, and is also used for soccer, ice hockey, and lacrosse events. Originally built in 1927 and undergoing a major renovation in 2010, the stadium has expanded from its original capacity of 72,000 to over 107,000 seats today.
Known as "The Big House," Michigan Stadium is one of the most iconic stadiums in American college sports.
Top 4 - Beaver (USA): 106,572 seats
Beaver Stadium is the home stadium of the Penn State Nittany Lions, a sports team affiliated with Pennsylvania State University. Opened in 1960, the stadium has undergone several expansions and is famous for its unique structure, created by stacking grandstands on top of the existing structure in stages.
Beaver Stadium is known for its passionate atmosphere, especially during nighttime games. Among these, the "White Out" games (where the entire audience wears white to create psychological pressure on opponents) are considered one of the most memorable spectator experiences in the American college athletic system.
The "changing of the guard" has just been revealed - Bronze Drums (Vietnam)
The mystery surrounding a world-class, modern stadium system has just been revealed with a brand new name from Vietnam: Trong Dong Stadium, with 135,000 seats.
With approximately 3,000 more seats than the current top-ranked stadium – upon completion, Trong Dong Stadium will immediately surpass Narendra Modi Stadium to become the world's largest stadium in terms of capacity, boasting 135,000 seats across a total area of 73.3 hectares.
Not only is it the largest, meeting the standards of a new-generation international stadium, FIFA-certified, and qualified to host super-large-scale sporting, cultural, and entertainment events like the World Cup, but Trong Dong Stadium also boasts the largest automatically retractable roof on the planet, surpassing the record currently held by AT&T Stadium (Texas, USA). It is also a leading green and smart building, ensuring real-time security and crowd control while being environmentally friendly.
In particular, architecturally, the Trong Dong Stadium will be the most unique sports infrastructure project globally, drawing strong inspiration from the Dong Son bronze drums – representatives of ancient Vietnamese civilization and national pride. Its unparalleled appearance will elevate Trong Dong beyond its function as a sports facility to become a new symbol of Vietnamese culture and people in this era of progress; suitable for events of global scale and caliber.
Source: https://tienphong.vn/sap-lo-dien-san-van-dong-lon-nhat-the-gioi-post1804390.tpo
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