20 Biggest Football Stadium In South Africa
The largest football stadium in South Africa is the FNB Stadium, also known as Soccer City or 'The Calabash,' located in Johannesburg. With a seating capacity of 94,736, it stands as the biggest stadium in Africa. Originally opened in 1989, the stadium underwent significant renovations in 2009 to prepare for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, during which it hosted both the opening match and the final.
FNB Stadium (Soccer City)
FNB Stadium, also known as Soccer City, is the largest stadium in South Africa and a prominent landmark in Johannesburg. It hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final and is a major venue for soccer, rugby, and large-scale concerts.
Ellis Park Stadium
Ellis Park Stadium is a historic rugby and soccer stadium in Johannesburg, famously hosting the 1995 Rugby World Cup Final. It remains a key venue for major sporting events.
Odi Stadium
Odi Stadium is a large multi-purpose stadium located near Mabopane. While historically significant, it has faced periods of disuse and disrepair but remains one of the largest by capacity.
Cape Town Stadium
Cape Town Stadium, built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, is a modern and iconic venue in Cape Town. It hosts major soccer and rugby matches, as well as international concerts and events, with views of Table Mountain.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
Moses Mabhida Stadium is an impressive multi-purpose stadium in Durban, recognizable by its iconic arch. It was built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and now hosts a variety of sports, entertainment, and adventure activities.
Kings Park Stadium
Kings Park Stadium, also known as Growthpoint Kings Park, is a major rugby and soccer stadium in Durban, serving as the home ground for the Sharks rugby team. It's a traditional venue for major sporting fixtures.
Loftus Versfeld Stadium
Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria is a renowned venue for rugby and soccer, home to the Bulls rugby team and Mamelodi Sundowns FC. It was a host stadium for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Newlands Stadium
Newlands Stadium in Cape Town is a historic rugby venue, a long-time home for the Stormers. While being phased out for professional rugby, it holds significant heritage in South African sport.
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is a modern multi-purpose stadium in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. It hosts soccer and rugby matches, providing a significant venue for the Eastern Cape.
Free State Stadium
Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein is a major sports venue that hosted matches during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. It is home to the Cheetahs rugby team and Bloemfontein Celtic FC, known for its vibrant match-day atmosphere.
Royal Bafokeng Stadium
Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg is a modern multi-purpose stadium owned by the Royal Bafokeng Nation. It was a host venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and continues to host local and international sporting events.
Peter Mokaba Stadium
Peter Mokaba Stadium is a modern multi-purpose stadium in Polokwane, built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. It is a key sporting venue in the Limpopo province, primarily hosting soccer matches.
Mbombela Stadium
Mbombela Stadium, located in Mbombela (Nelspruit), is known for its distinctive giraffe-leg-like roof supports. Built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, it hosts soccer and rugby matches, serving as a landmark in Mpumalanga.
Orlando Stadium
Orlando Stadium in Soweto is a historically significant soccer stadium, famously known as the home of the Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. It underwent significant renovations for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Johannesburg Stadium
Johannesburg Stadium is primarily an athletics and multi-purpose stadium located in Johannesburg, often used for training and smaller sporting events. It is part of a larger sports complex.
Charles Mopeli Stadium
Charles Mopeli Stadium is a soccer stadium located in Phuthaditjhaba, Free State. It is primarily used for local football matches and serves the surrounding community.
Wanderers Stadium
Wanderers Stadium, also known as the Imperial Wanderers Stadium, is South Africa's premier cricket venue in Johannesburg. It hosts major international cricket matches, including Test matches and One Day Internationals.
Athlone Stadium
Athlone Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Cape Town's Athlone suburb, primarily used for soccer and rugby. It holds historical significance, having served as a key venue for non-racial sports during the apartheid era.
Rand Stadium
Rand Stadium is a soccer stadium in Johannesburg with a rich history in South African football. It remains a venue for local league matches and training.
Soshanguve Giant Stadium
Giant Stadium is a soccer stadium located in Soshanguve, near Pretoria. It primarily serves as a home ground for local football clubs and community events.