Stadiums with Revolutionary Designs Shaping the Future of Sports

8. Moses Mabhida Stadium – The Stadium with a Skywalk (Durban, South Africa)

Built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Moses Mabhida Stadium is a multi-functional architectural wonder that stands as one of South Africa’s most recognizable landmarks. Designed to reflect the unity of a diverse nation, its massive archway, which spans the entire stadium, represents the concept of a rainbow nation, symbolizing togetherness and progress in post-apartheid South Africa. What makes this stadium truly unique is its adventure-filled design. The iconic arch, soaring 106 meters above the pitch, is more than just a structural element—it offers visitors the SkyCar experience, where they can ascend to the top for breathtaking 360-degree views of Durban’s coastline and skyline. Thrill-seekers can also take part in the Big Swing, the world's largest stadium swing, which sends participants plunging 80 meters down in an adrenaline-pumping freefall inside the stadium bowl.