7) Azadi Stadium – Capacity: 91,000

Located in Tehran, Iran, the stadium was opened in 1974 to host the Asian Games. The ground is home to the national team, Esteghal football club and Persepolis Athletic and Cultural Club. Whilst the current capacity sees the stadium in seventh on our list, the ground’s record capacity is in fact over 100,000.

6) FNB Stadium – Capacity: 95,000

The First National Bank Stadium frequently features on our lists. Not only is it the sixth largest stadium in the world but it is the largest in Africa, as well as the most expensive. The stadium is better known as Soccer City and is located on the outskirts of Johannesburg. It was one of many built for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.