24 Stunning Stadiums That Feel More Like Cathedrals of Sport

16. La Bombonera – The Beating Heart of Buenos Aires

There is no stadium in the world quite like La Bombonera, the fortress of Boca Juniors in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Officially known as Estadio Alberto J. Armando, its steep, vertical stands make fans feel as if they are standing right on top of the pitch, with every jump and chant sending shockwaves through the concrete. The energy inside La Bombonera is often described as a “tremor”—a rhythmic, shaking sensation that reverberates throughout the stadium as fans sing in unison. The raw passion, the sea of blue and gold, and the weight of history make La Bombonera one of football’s most electric arenas.