When we talk about the world’s 10 most expensive stadiums. The country which comes on the top in most expensive stadiums of the world. United States leads the list with 6 expensive stadiums in the world.
Sofi Stadium | Cost $5.5 billion |
The Sofi stadium is located at the former site of Hollywood Park in Inglewood, California, US. It is the biggest stadium in the National Football League and was developed by Stanley Kroenke who is the owner of the NFL team Los Angeles Rams. It is inaugurated in September 2020. The stadium has a capacity of 70,000 seats with an option of additional 30,000 seats for bigger events. The total developing cost of this stadium is $5.5 billion.
Allegiant Stadium | Cost – $1.9 billion |
It’s located in Paradise next to the Las Vegas Strip, Nevada, United States. This stadium is owned by Las Vegas Stadium Authority. Construction for the stadium started on 13 November 2017 and was inaugurated on 31 July 2020.
Designing of the stadium is very unique and beautiful. Comes with 10 levels domed stadium, and a translucent ETFE roof which provides heat protection to the audience. The stadium has a seating capacity of 65,000 hosts. Allegiant stadium is the 2nd most expensive stadium in the world. Formed by a total cost of $1.9 billion. This stadium is used for both sports events and concerts.
Mercedes-Benz | Cost $1.6 billion |
The Mercedes-Benz stadium second most valuable stadium. The built-in US by the total investment amount of $1.6bn. is a multipurpose stadium and is the home venue for the Atlanta Falcons Football and Atlanta United soccer teams. The stadium opened in August 2017 and is located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. AMB Sports and Entertainment(AMBSE) are the owners and operators of this stadium. The stadium has a total seating capacity of 80,000. Its unique design is also very beautiful, the retractable roof of the stadium consists of eight petals which resemble a camera oculus. The roof of the stadium opens in 8 minutes and takes 7 minutes to close.
Tottenham Hotspur | Cost – $1.33 billion |
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium opened in April 2019 for the fans. It is located in London, United Kingdom. The estimated cost of this stadium is about $1.33 billion, and it serve as a home venue for the English Premier League Club, stadium is a multi[purpose and host matches as well as concerts and other events.
One of the unique features of the stadium. Presence of the world’s first retractable pitch which can be divided into 3 different sections used for different purposes.
National stadium Singapore is the stadium having one of the world’s biggest domes with a move-able roof. Publicly opened in June 2014. Built on the place of the former demolished National stadium of Singapore. The stadium seating capacity of 55,000 and served as a home ground for the Singapore football team. The total cost of the construction of this stadium was $1.31bn and situated in Kallang, Singapore.
Levi’s Stadium | Cost – $1.3bn |
Levi’s stadium is one of the most technologically advanced stadiums. Located in Santa Clara, California, United States. This advanced stadium was designed and built by HNTB and Turner/Devcon respectively. The stadium opened in 2014 with a seating capacity of 68,500. The name of the stadium is after Levi Strauss & Co., they got the naming rights of the stadium in 2013. The total construction cost of the stadium was $1.3bn.
Globe Life Field Stadium | Cost – $1.2 billion |
Globe Life Field a baseball stadium opened in May 2020. located in Arlington, Texas, United States of America. The stadium has been built with a public and private partnership between the City of Arlington and the Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball team.
The stadium has been built with a total cost of $1.2bn and has very unique features including the world’s largest single panel moveable roof. The total seating capacity of the stadium is 40,300 divided into 7 levels. The walls of the stadium were built with transparent material to add to the beauty of the stadium.
Krestovsky Stadium | Cost – $1.1 billion |
Krestovsky stadium which builds on the site of the former Kirov Stadium opened in 2017. The seating capacity of 67,000. Krestovsky stadium also known as Gazprom Arena is located in Krestovsky Island in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Russia’s most expensive stadium in the world is Krestovsky Stadium.
The total construction cost of the stadium is $1.1bn and the stadium has a moveable field to ensure that the turf remains fresh throughout the year and the stadium’s room is also retractable with a system of hot air inflation to melt the snow in winters.
US Bank Stadium | $1.6 Billion |
The US Bank stadium is located in Minneapolis Minnesota, US. Opened in July 2016, and was built by Mortenson constructions. Designed by the HKS and the co-architects. The estimated cost of construction of this multipurpose stadium is almost $1.06bn and has a seating capacity of more than 66,000 spectators. The stadium has a translucent ETFF roof which allows daylight and protects against harsh climatic conditions.
Optus Stadium | Cost – $1 billion |
The Optus stadium was opened in January 2018 and is located in Perth, Western Australia. The Stadium third largest stadium. Present in Australia and served for multipurpose events including football, cricket, rugby, concerts etc. The stadium was built with an estimated amount of $ 1bn. The total seating capacity of 60,000 increased to 65,000. The owner of the stadium is Western Australian State Government and operated by Venues Live, a management and hospitality services company.
