Europe's Essential Soccer Stadiums for Every Football Fan

24. Friends Arena: Sweden’s National Stage, Stockholm

Sleek, modern, and atmospheric, Friends Arena is Sweden’s largest stadium and the beating heart of its national football ambitions. Located in Solna, just outside Stockholm, this multi-use arena seats 50,000 and hosts everything from Swedish national team matches to AIK fixtures. Its fully retractable roof, impressive acoustics, and glowing LED facade make it a technological marvel. But what truly defines Friends Arena is the emotion it evokes—especially during international games, where tens of thousands belt out the national anthem in unison. It’s more than a venue; it’s a symbol of Swedish unity and resilience, built to elevate football into collective memory.