Soccer meccas - Most popular for September 2009
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Just like there is only one true Mecca, can really only be one true spiritual home of world soccer?
Until recently, such a place existed in the form of Wembley Stadium (the most storied grounds in
the capital city of the founding nation of the sport? I don't think anybody could compete with
that) but the old Wembley was demolished in 2003 and replaced with a new version four years later.
For ranking methodology and other information about the series, see the original post. To read the
about the No. 10-rated stadium, the San Siro in Milan, go here. To see all "soccer mecca" entries
click here or on the "topics covered here" link below right.
9. Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera), Buenos Aires
Open since: 1940 (renovated 1995-96)
Capacity: 57,395
Tenant(s): Boca Juniors
World Cup hosts: Never
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