FIFA Club World Cup: Checking the Venues – Stadium Arcadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta, Georgia (up to 71,000 seats)
The Atlanta Falcons' stadium may look like a drill bit from Armageddon , but most of the games played here aren't quite as dramatic as the disaster soap opera starring Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck. Perhaps that will change during the Club World Cup? The reason for the unusual appearance is an impressive roof structure that can be closed when necessary.
TQL Stadium - Cincinnati, Ohio (26,000 seats)
One of three pure football stadiums on the list. We can't say much more about this building, though.
Lincoln Financial Field - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (69,176 seats)
As boring as the name of the Philadelphia Eagles' home stadium may sound, the stadium's sharp, angular architectural design somehow catches our attention.
Camping World Stadium - Orlando, Florida (61,348 seats)
Camping World Stadium in Orlando is similarly angular, but a bit less exciting. It's a shame that a sponsor secured the naming rights. The old names Tangerine Bowl or Florida Citrus Bowl are certainly music to our ears compared to the rather staid current name.
Bank of America Stadium - Charlotte, North Carolina (75,523 seats)
Like a sapphire in a tiara, Bank of America Stadium is nestled in the Charlotte cityscape in this photo. We doubt it would look as picturesque in daylight, but it's still chic.
Hard Rock Stadium - Miami, Florida (65,326 seats)
A stadium that can do it all: Six Super Bowls, two World Series of Baseball, a WrestleMania event, and even Formula 1 races have been held here. The latter, of course, take place around the stadium. In 2025, the Club World Cup will also be added.
Inter&CO Stadium - Orlando, Florida (25,500 seats)
The second, much smaller stadium in the Sunshine State is in Orlando. In addition to MLS team Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride also plays its home games in the National Women's Soccer League here.
Rose Bowl Stadium - Pasadena, California (92,542 seats)
Only authentic with a stealth bomber: the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena. The prestigious Rose Bowl, arguably the most important game in college football, is played here annually. When there's not a championship at stake, the University of California, Los Angeles' football team, the UCLA Bruins, plays its home games here. However, the expansive stadium also boasts a surprisingly long football history: Among other things, the LA Galaxy have played their home games here, and Brazil won the World Cup here in 1994.
Geodis Park Stadium - Nashville, Tennessee (30,000 seats)
It's also a pure soccer stadium and the home of Nashville SC. There's not much more to say about the stadium with its yellow, white, and purple seating. At least we can recommend a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame after the game as a possible travel tip.
Lumen Field - Seattle, Washington (67,000 seats)
Lumen Field has twice held the Guinness World Record for the loudest cheer of fans at a sporting event. Will it achieve a third at the Club World Cup?
Metlife Stadium - East Rutherford, New Jersey (82,500 seats)
Nobody knows exactly how many football fans have died of thirst while crossing the concrete jungle surrounding the stadium. Until the game starts in New Jersey, we'll definitely put on our bowling shirts and pop the Sopranos tape into the VCR.
Audi Field - Washington, District of Columbia (20,000 seats)
It's hard to believe that this cute stadium is actually hosting a competition called the World Cup. It looks and sounds like Ingolstadt plays against Wehen Wiesbaden or some other third-division team here every other weekend. But we'll be surprised if this tiny venue turns into a real hotbed of excitement.
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