Biggest MLS Stadiums: Ranking the Top 10 Venues in Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer (MLS) is one of the fastest-growing leagues in the world presently. And at the center of all this, is the rapidly expanding MLS stadiums that have changed the face of the league. With billions of dollars being poured into the stadium construction, MLS has some of the most beautiful fields and stadiums in top-flight leagues around the world.

Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, in 1999, is the oldest stadium in the Major League Soccer or MLS. There have been over a dozen stadiums built since then, and plenty more to be built considering the hype and increasing popularity of the sports in the United States of America and Canada.

These stadiums have revolutionized the sport of soccer with the passionate and emotional environments inside them. Although there are plenty of teams still sharing the same home stadium with other professional teams across sports. We have compiled a list of the top 10 MLS Stadiums:

 Top 10 Stadiums in MLS

#	STADIUM	CLUB	CITY	CAPACITY
1	Bank of America Stadium	Charlotte FC	Charlotte, N.C.	74,867
2	Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Atlanta United	Atlanta, Georgia	71,000
3	Lumen Field	Seattle Sounders	Seattle, Washington	68,740
4	Gillette Stadium	New England Revolution	Foxborough, Massachusetts	65,878
5	Soldier Field	Chicago Fire	Chicago, Illinois	61,500
6	BC Place	Vancouver Whitecaps	Vancouver, Canada	54,500
7	Yankee Stadium	NYCFC	Bronx, New York	46,537
8	Chase Stadium	Inter Miami CF	Miami, Florida	19,100
9	Lower.com Field	Columbus Crew	Columbus, Ohio	20,371
10	BMO Field	Toronto FC	Toronto, Canada	27,980

10. BMO Field – Toronto FC (Capacity: 27,980)

• Location: Toronto, Canada.
• Home Team: Toronto FC.
• Inauguration: 2007.

At number 10 on our list, we have Toronto FC’s home stadium, BMO Field, located in Toronto, Canada. With a maximum size of more than 27000 seatings, BMO Field offers one of the best environments in Major League Soccer. This open-field stadium has hosted plenty of memorable games across sports, with the 2016 MLS East Final being one of them.

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9. Lower.com Field – Columbus Crew (Capacity: 20,371)

• Location: Columbus, Ohio.
• Home Team: Columbus Crew
• Inauguration: 2019

With first-class suites and premium spaces alongside 3362 safe-standing seats with a cutting-edge design. This newly built stadium located in Columbus, Ohio ranks ninth on our list. Lower.com Field is one of the best stadiums in Major League Soccer, it provides fans an intimate setting with a roof that amplifies the crowd and fan noise. This stadium serves as a symbol of the club’s rich history alongside a seating capacity of 20,371. 

8. Chase Stadium – Inter Miami CF (Capacity: 19,100)

• Location: Miami, Florida.
• Home Team: Inter Miami CF
• Inauguration: 2020.

Inter Miami CF’s home ground, Chase Stadium, is one of the best stadiums with a modern design and makes it in our list on the eighth position. The stadium is located in the beautiful city of Miami, Florida, and has a maximum capacity of 19,100. Only stadium in our list with less than 20k seating but still made it into our list, thanks to the rich fan-focused experience it provides. Home ground where fans get to see Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergi Busquets, and Jordi Alba in action. 

7. Yankee Stadium – NYCFC (Capacity: 46,537)

• Location: Bronx, New York.
• Home Team: New York City FC.
• Inauguration: 1923.

Primarily the home ground of the New York Yankees, but this stadium also hosts NYCFC matches in Major League Soccer. One of the most unique venues not just in Major League Soccer but across the top-flight leagues. Yankee Stadium has a seating capacity of 46,537, located in the Bronx, New York. An electric crowd and close seating make it hard for the opponents to play here.

6. BC Place – Vancouver Whitecaps (Capacity: 54,500)

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia.
• Home Team: Vancouver Whitecaps.
• Inauguration: 1983.

Ranked at 6th place in our list of MLS stadiums, we have BC Place, the home ground of Vancouver Whitecaps. This stunning ground has high-tech LED lighting and a retractable roof, turning this stadium into one of the best in the MLS. This stadium can accommodate a staggering 54,500 fans to make it more impressive. The location of BC Place makes it one of the go-to stadiums for the fans as it is near downtown.

5. Soldier Field – Chicago Fire (Capacity: 61,500)

• Location: Chicago, Illinois.
• Home Team: Chicago Fire.
• Inauguration: 1924.

With a rich history dating back to 1924, we have Soldier Field, the home stadium of the Chicago Fire at number five. The legendary stadium currently serves as the home ground of the MLS powerhouse and has a capacity of 61,500. Soldier Field provides a classic touch with modern upgrades making it one of the best stadiums in MLS.

4. Gillette Stadium – New England Revolution (Capacity: 65,878)

• Location: Foxborough, Massachusetts.
• Home Team: New England Revolutions.
• Inauguration: 2002.

Located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, Gillette Stadium is ranked fourth on this list. The stadium also hosts the NFL’s New England Patriots and is known for its top-notch facilities and passionate supporters. From high-quality turf, ensuring excellent playing conditions to modern design, this stadium has covered it all.

Prime location just outside Boston makes it a major location for hosting major sporting events, including high-profile matches, international and domestic. Not to mention the high seating capacity of 65k which makes it even more impressive.

3. Lumen Field – Seattle Sounders (Capacity: 68,740)

• Location: Seattle, Washington.
• Home Team: Seattle Sounders.
• Inauguration: 2002.

Taking third place on our list is Lumen Field, which serves as the home ground for Seattle Sounders. This stadium is famous for its astonishing skyline views and intense energy by passionate fans. With a capacity of more than 68k seatings, this ground is shared with the Seattle Seahawks. Fans known as  “Emerald City Supporters” have been one of the best in the world, always electric and unmatched in the league. Lumen Field is not just a stadium, it’s a fortress that is hard to penetrate.

2. Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta United (Capacity: 71,000)

• Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
• Home Team: Atlanta United.
• Inauguration: 2017.

One of the two stadiums with a capacity of more than 70k seatings, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is second only to Charlotte FC. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, this beautiful stadium serves as the home ground for Atlanta United. Features like a retractable roof and one of the largest video boards in the world, make this stadium one of the best in the Major League Soccer.

1. Bank of America Stadium – Charlotte FC (Capacity: 74,867)

• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Home Team: Charlotte FC.
• Inauguration: 1996.

The number one stadium on our list is Bank of America Stadium, the home ground of Charlotte FC. With the capacity nearing a staggering 75,000, this stadium serves as an architectural marvel with high-tech and modern facilities. Bank of America Stadium provides state-of-the-art seating, and premium suites, and has one of the best atmospheres in Major League Soccer.

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