Football is the most popular sport in Africa, and the continent boasts some of the largest and most impressive stadiums in the world. These stadiums not only host local and international matches but also serve as venues for concerts and other major events.
- Here are the top 10 biggest football stadiums in Africa.
- 1. FNB Stadium (South Africa) – 94,736 capacity
- 2) Misr Stadium, Egypt (93,940)
- 3. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt) – 86,000 capacity
- 4. Stade des Martyrs (DR Congo) – 80,000 capacity
- 5. Cairo International Stadium (Egypt) – 75,000 capacity
- 6) Ibn Batouta Stadium, Morocco (65,000)
- 7) Stade du 5 Juillet, Algeria (64,000)
- 8) Ellis Park Stadium, South Africa (62,567)
- 9) Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Nigeria (60,491)
- 10) Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Ivory Coast (60,000)
Here are the top 10 biggest football stadiums in Africa.
1. FNB Stadium (South Africa) – 94,736 capacity
Located in Johannesburg, the FNB Stadium, also known as Soccer City, is the largest stadium in Africa. It hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup final and is home to the South African national team and Kaizer Chiefs.
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2) Misr Stadium, Egypt (93,940)
Misr Stadium, also known as Egypt International Stadium, is one of the largest football arenas in Africa, with a 93,940 seating capacity. Situated in Cairo, Egypt, it has been a major venue for domestic and international matches, including Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments.
3. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt) – 86,000 capacity
This stadium, situated in Alexandria, is the largest in Egypt and the second largest in Africa. It was built to meet FIFA standards and often hosts Egypt’s national team matches.
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4. Stade des Martyrs (DR Congo) – 80,000 capacity
Located in Kinshasa, this stadium is the largest in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It serves as a key venue for football and other sporting events.
5. Cairo International Stadium (Egypt) – 75,000 capacity
As one of Africa’s most historic stadiums, it has hosted several African Cup of Nations finals and is home to clubs like Al Ahly and Zamalek.
6) Ibn Batouta Stadium, Morocco (65,000)
Ibn Batouta Stadium, located in Tangier, Morocco, has a seating capacity of 65,000 and is named after the famous Moroccan explorer Ibn Batouta. Opened in 2011, the stadium has hosted high-profile events such as the CAF Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and AFCON matches. It is home to IRT Tangier, a club in Morocco’s top football division.
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7) Stade du 5 Juillet, Algeria (64,000)
Stade du 5 Juillet 1962, located in Algiers, Algeria, is one of the most iconic stadiums in North Africa, with a 64,000-seat capacity. Opened in 1972, the stadium was named after Algeria’s Independence Day (July 5, 1962). It has hosted major tournaments like the AFCON, FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and the Mediterranean Games. The stadium is home to Algeria’s national team and top clubs like MC Alger and USM Alger.
8) Ellis Park Stadium, South Africa (62,567)
Ellis Park Stadium, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, has a capacity of 62,567. Originally built in 1928, it is known for hosting both football and rugby matches, including the famous 1995 Rugby World Cup final, where South Africa won under Nelson Mandela’s leadership. In football, it has hosted FIFA World Cup matches, including the 2010 tournament.
9) Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Nigeria (60,491)
Moshood Abiola National Stadium, located in Abuja, Nigeria, has a capacity of 60,491 and serves as the home of Nigeria’s national football team. Built in 2003, it was originally called Abuja National Stadium before being renamed in honor of Moshood Abiola, a Nigerian politician and philanthropist. The stadium has hosted AFCON finals, FIFA U-17 World Cup matches, and World Cup qualifiers.
10) Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Ivory Coast (60,000)
Alassane Ouattara Stadium, located in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, has a capacity of 60,000 and is one of the newest major stadiums in Africa. Opened in 2020, it was built for AFCON 2023 and named after Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara.
