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#3 Westfalenstadion - Borussia Dortmund | Germany
The way German fans support their respective teams is a lot more different than in many other countries across the world. In countries like England, Wales and Scotland, the ebb and flow of support changes depending on what's happening on the football field. However, the situation in Germany is different, and the noise is almost uninterrupted from the kick-off.
Whether the home team is leading or behind seems to have no effect on the supporters. They always maintain a rhythmic and constant noise throughout the game. Whether that helps the players or not is another but it definitely makes for an impressive spectacle. Borussia Dortmund's Westfalenstadion is one of those stadiums, thanks largely to the presence of the "Yellow Wall".
The South Bank is a continuous stand that can hold more than 24,000 fans, most of whom will stand in the club’s yellow and black colors, waving flags and making incredible noises. It is an amazing sight to see and a feast for the ears, making it one of the most eye-catching stadiums in German football.
Like Celtic, Borussia Dortmund also sing the popular anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone" to build up the atmosphere on the ground.
#2 Anfield - Liverpool | England
There’s a coincidence that three of the stadiums that feature on this list also see supporters singing 'You’ll Never Walk Alone' before kick-off. In addition to Celtic Park and the Westfalenstadion, Anfield also sings the famous tune. In fact, it is Liverpool who have become synonymous with that anthem.
Liverpool supporters have always been known for their passion, and Anfield fans have long been able to influence the outcome of the game, thanks to their sheer ferocity. For a long time, 'The Kop' has been one of the most famous stands in football and has inspired many others around the world because of its impact.
The stadium has seen some of the most memorable nights in European football and has been able to produce some electric atmospheres. This has helped the Reds overcome some of the best teams in Europe.
When Liverpool lost 3-0 to Barcelona in the 2019 Champions League semi-finals first-leg, many thought their run in the competition was over. However, those that stood on the Kop, in the Main Stand, in the Anfield Road end and in the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand continued to believe in the team.
They cheered, ranted and intimidated the Spanish opposition, helping the Reds to a famous 4-0 win, reminding people of the power of the Anfield crowd.
Liverpool even had a 68-game unbeaten home record in the Premier League, which was broken last season when the fans were absent due to the pandemic. This shows the impact the Reds supporters have on their teams' performance, making Anfield one of the best stadiums in the world.
#1 La Bombonera - Boca Juniors | Argentina
In 2020, France Football did an article about the stadiums with the best atmospheres in world football, and the home of Argentinian side Boca Juniors took the top spot. Considering the enthusiasm of Boca fans to support their team, this may not be surprising.
The Alberto J. Armando Stadium, better known as La Bombonera because of its shape that makes it look like a chocolate box, has three steep stands. This makes it an intimidating place for both players and the supporters that attend matches there. The shape of the stadium is part of the reason for its atmosphere, which is ideal not only for football fans watching the game there, but also for musicians performing there.
La Bombonera opened to the public in 1940 and has since undergone numerous renovations. Given that it can welcome more than 57,000 spectators, it is not surprising that it can create an atmosphere that most other football teams envy. But make no mistake, the Boca Juniors fans do their utmost best to create such an environment, making it the stadium with the best atmosphere in the world.
