12 Host Stadiums
Being stated as the unchallenged host for the FIFA Tournament in 2007, Brazil has once again been selected to be the venue for the FIFA World Cup 2014! The matches of FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil will be played among 12 prominent stadiums across the country. Brazil is all set to host the excitement and madness of FIFA 2014. Let us take a view of 12 Stadiums that are included in this List of Stadiums for the 2014 World Cup.
List Stadiums
1. Arena De Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Firstly, the opening match of FIFA 2014 in Brazil will be held in this brand-new stadium. Interestingly, long back in 1978, the Corinthians were granted permission to build a stadium for themselves. Eventually, the construction of this enormous stadium, which has a capacity of 65,807 seats (including 20,000 temporary seats), began in 2010. Located on a plateau in the southeast, close to the Atlantic Coast, this stadium is just about 269 miles from Rio. As for the matches that will be hosted here, the respective dates are as follows:
- 12 June: Brazil vs Croatia, 21:00
- 19 June: Uruguay vs England, 20:00
- 23 June: Netherlands vs Chile, 17:00
- 26 June: South Korea vs Belgium, 21:00
- 1 July: Second Round, Winner Group F vs Runner Up Group E, 17:00
- 9 July: Semi Final, Winner Quarter Final 3 vs Winner Quarter Final 4, 21:00
2. Estadio Mineirao, Belo Horizonte
This historic stadium in Belo Horizonte, which is listed among the national monuments in Brazil, was first opened in 1965 and, subsequently, renovated and reopened in 2013. A huge amount of time and money specifically, about 3 years and approximately 695 million Brazilian reais was spent during the entire renovation process of this stadium. Moreover, the pitch was lowered by 3.4 meters by removing the running track, and a new set of seats was added in this area, consequently increasing the total seating capacity to 62,547. Surrounded by a mountainous region and situated inland from Rio and Sao Paulo, Estadio Mineirao is just 278 miles away from Rio.
The schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 14 June: Columbia vs Greece, 17:00
- 17 June: Belgium vs Algeria, 17:00
- 21 June: Argentina vs Iran, 17:00
- 24 June: Costa Rica vs England, 17:00
- 28 June: Second Round, Winner Group A vs Runner up Group B, 17:00
- 8 July: Semi Final, Winner Quarter Final 1 vs Quarter Final 2, 21:00
3. Estadio Castelao, Fortaleza
Estadio Castelao in Fortaleza was recently renovated and, as a result, was declared to be the first venue ready for the FIFA World Cup 2014. Moreover, located in the city of beaches on the northeast coast of Brazil, this stadium has a capacity of around 64,846 seats. Furthermore, this stadium is about 1,617 miles away from Rio.
The schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 14 June: Uruguay vs Costa Rica, 20:00
- 17 June: Brazil vs Mexico, 20:00
- 21 June: Germany vs Ghana, 20:00
- 24 June: Greece vs Ivory Coast, 21:00
- 29 June: Second Round, Winner Group B vs Runner up Group A, 17:00
- 4 July: Quarter Final, Winner Second Round 1 vs Winner Second Round 2, 21:00
4. Estadio Do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro
This iconic stadium, that first came into being in 1950, was renovated and completed right in time for the Confederations Cup in June 2013. Like the Arena De Sao Paulo, this too is situated on the Atlantic Coast and is closer to the Tropic of Capricorn. The Estadio Do Maracana has a seating capacity of 76,804. This is the highest that we have seen until now.
The schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 15 June: Argentina vs Bosnia-Hercegovina, 23:00
- 18 June: Spain vs Chille, 20:00
- 22 June: Belgium vs Russia, 17:00
- 25 June: Equador vs France, 21:00
- 28 June: Second Group, Winner Group C vs Runner up Group D, 21:00
- 4 July: Quarter Final, Winner Second Round 5 vs Winner Second Round 6, 17:00
- 13 July: World Cup Final, 20:00
5. Estadio Nacional, Brasilia
Initially, this stadium in Brasilia was opened in the year 1974, and subsequently, it was renovated and reopened in May 2013. Situated in the capital of Brazil, in the central highlands, this stadium was built with a capacity of 68,009 seats. Furthermore, it is approximately 724 miles away from Rio. Regarding the matches that will be held in this stadium, the schedule is as follows:
- 15 June: Switzerland vs Equador, 17:00
- 19 June: Colombia vs Ivory Coast, 17:00
- 23 June: Cameroon vs Brazil, 21:00
- 26 June: Portugal vs Ghana, 17:00
- 30 June: Second Round, Winner Group E vs Runner up Group F, 17:00
- 5 July: Quarter Final, Winner Second Round 7 vs Winner Second Round 8, 17:00
- 12 July: Third Place Match, 21:00
6. Arena Pernambuca, Recife
Firstly, this brand new stadium was recently built and opened in May 2013 in the outskirts of Recife. This enormous structure, which has the capacity of 44,248 seats, is constructed in an economically deprived area and is said to be a catalyst for local regeneration. Moreover, the Arena Pernambuco is situated on the Atlantic Coast in the east of Brazil, close to the equator and nestled among the tropical forests. As for the matches that will be held in this stadium, the schedule is as follows:
- 15 June: Ivory Coast vs Japan, 02:00
- 20 June: Italy vs Costa Rica, 17:00
- 23 June: Croatia vs Mexico, 21:00
- 26 June: United States vs Germany, 17:00
- 29 June: Second Round, Winner Group D vs Runner up Group C, 21:00
7. Arena Fonte Nova, Salvador
To begin with, this stadium is a reconstruction of a demolished stadium that was first opened in 1951. Specifically, 92% of the debris from the old structure was reused in constructing the brand-new stadium, which reopened in April 2013. Designed with architecture that boosts air circulation, this stadium has a seating capacity of 48,747. Located in the largest city on the northeast coast of Brazil, it is about 1,008 miles away from Rio. As for the schedule of the matches to be held in this stadium, it is as follows:
- 13 June: Spain vs Netherlands, 20:00
- 16 June: Germany vs Portugal, 17:00
- 20 June: Switzerland vs France, 20:00
- 25 June: Bosnia-Hercegovina vs Iran, 17:00
- 1 July: Second-round, Winner Group H vs Runner-up Group G, 21:00
- 5 July: Quarter-final, Winner Second-round 3 vs Winner Second-round 4, 21:00
8. Estadio Pantanal, Cuiaba
This stadium was constructed specifically to complement the biodiversity of Patanal. Additionally, it was built using certified wood and recycled construction materials. With a capacity of 42,968 seats, it is situated right in the center of South America and very close to the Bolivian border. In terms of distance, the stadium is 1,201 miles away from Rio.
The schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 13 June: Chile vs Australia, 23:00
- 17 June: Russia vs South Korea, 23:00
- 21 June: Nigeria vs Bosnia-Hercegovina, 23:00
- 24 June: Japan vs Colombia, 21:00
9. Estadio Da Baixada, Curitiba
Originally constructed in 1914, this stadium can be said to be the oldest among the venues selected this year. However, it is now reconstructed with extra rows of seats added on two sides. As a result, the stadium’s total seating capacity has increased to 41,456. Furthermore, it is situated about 523 miles from Rio, in the south of São Paulo. Regarding the matches that will be held in this stadium, the schedule is as follows:
- 16 June: Iran vs Nigeria, 20:00
- 20 June: Honduras v Ecuador, 23:00
- 23 June: Australia v Spain, 17:00
- 26 June: Algeria v Russia, 21:00
- 10. Estadio Amazonia, Manaus
The Estadio Das Dunas is a new stadium that has been constructed in a place where the Machadao Stadium once existed and was later demolished in 2011. Located between Fortaleza and Recife on the northeast coastline, Natal, being the state capital nearest to Africa and Europe, is situated approximately 1,612 miles away from Rio. Consequently, the schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 13 June: Mexico vs Cameroon, 17:00
- 16 June: Ghana vs United States, 23:00
- 19 June: Japan vs Greece, 23:00
- 24 June: Italy vs Uruguay, 17:00
12. Estadio Beira-Rio, Porto Alegre
As a matter of fact, this is the largest stadium situated in the south of Brazil, and notably, it was first constructed in the year 1969.
- It has now been renovated by adding a roof to it.
- It is situated in the farthest south among all the host cities of FIFA World Cup 2014.
- It is about 982 miles away from Rio.
Finally, following this, the schedule of the matches that would be held in this stadium is as follows:
- 15 June: France vs Honduras, 20:00
- 18 June: Australia vs Netherlands, 17:00
- 22 June: South Korea vs Algeria, 20:00
- 25 June: Nigeria vs Argentina, 17:00
- 30 June: Second-round, Winner Group G vs Runner-up Group H, 21:00.
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