Ranking the Top 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Venues

Architectural Prowesses of Soccer

The stadiums aren’t just along for the ride, they’re part of the spectacle…

Players and clubs hog the headlines in soccer news. But let’s not forget the battlegrounds — the stadiums. When the revamped FIFA Club World Cup hits the US, 12 stadiums across 11 cities will bring this global showdown to life. These places aren’t just venues — they’re the stages where history is written. Here are the top five worth watching.

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Best Venues of the Club World Cup

Rose Bowl (Los Angeles, CA)

The oldest stadium on the list — and easily the most iconic. The Rose Bowl is more than just a field; it’s a National Historic Landmark that’s hosted the 1994 World Cup Final, the 1999 Women’s World Cup Final, five Super Bowls, and the 1984 Olympic gold medal match.

It seats 88,500 and gives you a killer view from every angle. You feel the weight of history the second you walk in.

Club World Cup games here will feature Group B and Group E, including teams like PSG, Inter Milan, Monterrey, Botafogo, River Plate, Atlético Madrid, and Urawa Red Diamonds. Legends will walk where legends already have.

📍Rose Bowl Stadium, 1994#FIFACWC pic.twitter.com/m5I6x3104X

— FIFA Club World Cup (@FIFACWC) October 1, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, GA)

This place looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie. A 360-degree halo screen, a retractable roof, and a vibe that screams big game energy. Home to the Atlanta Falcons, this 75,000-seater is also a hotspot for concerts — Metallica’s playing here just before the Club World Cup games kick off.

The Mercedes-Benz Stadium is truly INSANE. It will host eight matches, including a semifinal, at the FIFA World Cup 🏆

The most expensive ticket is currently priced at $125,441 🤑

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Matches to catch: Chelsea vs. LAFC, Inter Miami vs. Porto, Manchester City vs. Al Ain, plus two Round of 16 games and a quarterfinal. Bonus: it’s smack in downtown ATL and connected by MARTA, so getting there is easy.

Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, NC)

Charlotte brings the noise and the skyline views. Bank of America Stadium holds 75,000 and has all the tech upgrades: high-def boards, killer sound, and a sleek design.

But the real draw is the matchups. Real Madrid vs. Pachuca and Benfica vs. Bayern Munich in the group stage, plus two knockout games. If you’re in the Carolinas, this is your shot at watching giants clash live.

Playoff wins at Bank of America Stadium are fun. pic.twitter.com/Sn8hdzMj48

— Josh Klein (@joshkleinrules) November 2, 2024

Hard Rock Stadium (Miami, FL)

With a capacity of 65,000, Miami is expected to be the party capital of the tournament, and Hard Rock Stadium is ground zero. From the NFL’s Dolphins to Formula 1 and the Miami Open, this place knows how to host a show.

Group stage matches include some must-watch games, such as Bayern vs. Boca, Ahly vs. Inter Miami, Boca Juniors vs. Benfica, Real Madrid vs. Al Hilal, and Inter Miami vs. Palmeiras — to name a few. Add in two rounds of 16 games, and yeah… Hard Rock might steal the whole show, especially if the soccer rumors are true and Cristiano Ronaldo lands a deal with Inter Miami or Al Hilal to play in the tournament.

The Hard Rock Stadium in Florida will host a total of 8 games at the #FIFACWC including the opener between Al Ahly & Inter Miami on top of two round of 16 ties

Real Madrid, Bayern Munich & Mamelodi Sundowns will also play a game at the 65,000 facility built in 1987 #CKSports pic.twitter.com/4CZUbcMmey

— Omutegeke | 🇺🇬🎙️ (@CliveKyazze) June 10, 2025

GEODIS Park (Nashville, TN)

It’s not the biggest, but it’s the purest. GEODIS Park was built for one thing: soccer. With 30,000 seats, it’s the largest soccer-specific stadium in the US and Canada. Fans are just 150 feet from the pitch — no binoculars needed.

It’ll host three group games, but one in particular stands out: Auckland City vs. Boca Juniors. The others? LAFC vs. Esperance and Al Hilal vs. Pachuca. If you want a raw, close-up experience, Nashville’s your place.

On this day 3⃣ years ago, GEODIS Park opened its doors to Nashville 🏟️ pic.twitter.com/Cp946UpYD7

— Nashville SC (@NashvilleSC) May 1, 2025

More Than a Tournament

Forget the glitz. This is about 32 of the best clubs on Earth going head-to-head in some of the best venues the US has ever built. The stadiums aren’t just along for the ride, they’re part of the spectacle. And if you’re lucky enough to score a ticket to any of these five, you’re not just watching history, you’re in it.