Premier League Stadiums Ranked By Their Capacity
12. St Mary’s Stadium [32,384]
Southampton’s home ground is another stadium that was built after the turn of the millennium. The stadium has a capacity of 32,384 and is currently the largest football stadium outside London in South England. The arena doesn’t have the best of atmospheres in the Premier League but has got other very good facilities such as food and drinks, good police and also a decent view.
11. Elland Road [37,792]
Elland Road has been the home of Leeds United since the club’s inception in 1919 and with an all-seated capacity of 37,890. It has a record attendance of 57,892 which was set on 15th March 1967 in the FA Cup. The stadium is well known for its atmosphere.
10. Goodison Park [39,414]
The Merseyside football ground has been the home stadium of Premier League club Everton FC since its completion in 1892. it has an all-seated capacity of 39,414. Along with having good security, Goodison Park has got good stewarding service. The Toffees’ home ground has hosted more top-flight games than any other stadium in England.
9. Stamford Bridge [40,834]
Having officially opened in 1887, Stamford Bridge is the oldest stadium in the Premier League and since then it has undergone a huge transformation. The venue was originally offered to Fulham FC but after they turned it down, Chelsea moved into the stadium a few months after forming in March 1905.
8. Villa Park [42,682]
Villa Park is one of England’s very well-known stadiums. It’s got one of the best atmospheres in the league with a capacity of 42,682. Aston Villa’s home ground, Villa Park, has hosted many international matches, FA Cup fixtures, European cup ties and also 1966 World Cup’s 3 group stage games. The stadium has a pretty decent geographical location which is one of the reasons why it is rated so highly.
7. St James’ Park [52,305]
St. James’ Park has been the home of Newcastle United since 1982, undergoing multiple developments. In addition to professional football, the stadium has hosted charity football events and rock concerts, and been used as a set for film and reality television. The stadium currently holds over 52,000 fans following the last major expansion, which was completed in 2000, making it one of the biggest stadiums in the UK.
6. Anfield [53,394]
Anfield has been home to Liverpool Football Club ever since the club’s formation in 1892. However, the Reds were not the first club to play on the ground. Everton played at Anfield before ending their tenancy after an eight-year stay. The stadium has four stands: the Spion Kop, the Main Stand, the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand, and the Anfield Road End. The ground converted to an all-seater stadium in 1994 and its current capacity is 53,394.