Every Current Premier League Stadium

The Premier League isn’t just home to some of the world’s best soccer teams—it can also lay claim to some of the most iconic and unique stadiums in the game.

From cutting-edge, state-of-the-art grounds that make watching a match feel more like a trip to the movies, to classic, old-school arenas that capture the spirit and history of the beautiful game, England’s top division offers a stadium for every taste.

Here, Sports Illustrated has ranked every current stadium the Premier League has to offer.

20. Selhurst Park (Crystal Palace)

Capacity: 25,486

What some old-school, Sunday League-loving soccer purists would call quirky and full of character, other would simply describe as outdated.

Cramped concourses, obstructed views and an aging design leave Selhurst Park feeling well behind many of its Premier League counterparts, despite its famous atmosphere on matchdays.

Now that Crystal Palace are European champions, the club desperately needs either a major redevelopment or a move to a stadium that better reflects its growing stature.

19. MKM Stadium (Hull City)

Capacity: 24,983

The MKM Stadium—previously known as both the KC Stadium and KCOM Stadium—returns to the Premier League in 2026–27 for the first time in a decade.

Aside from the name, very little has changed at the home of Hull City. Safe standing has been introduced, adding a welcome touch of old-school atmosphere, while improved segregation between home and away supporters has also been implemented.

Shared with rugby league side Hull F.C., it remains a perfectly functional stadium—but compared to many of the Premier League’s newer venues, it now feels a little dated.

18. Vitality Stadium (Bournemouth)

Capacity: 12,357

Let’s set the record straight: the Vitality Stadium is not a bad ground.

Its compact design keeps supporters close to the pitch, creating an excellent atmosphere, while its modern facilities and accessibility make for a solid matchday experience.

The problem is simple—it is tiny. With a capacity of just over 12,000, the Vitality is smaller than the home of many Championship clubs and even several teams in League One and League Two. For a club now competing in Europe, that is a major limitation.

Fortunately for Bournemouth, plans have already been approved to redevelop the stadium and increase its capacity to more than 23,000 in the coming years.

17. CBS Arena (Coventry City)

Capacity: 32,609

One of the newer stadiums on this list, the CBS Arena opened in 2005 and offers many of the features expected from a modern venue.

There are spacious concourses, plenty of hospitality options, on-site hotels, comfortable seating and a range of facilities designed to improve the matchday experience.

The downside is that, despite its practicality, the stadium lacks a certain identity. Its fairly generic design and bowl-like layout mean it does not always generate the same intensity or atmosphere as more traditional grounds. Its location, tucked away beside a motorway, also does little to enhance the overall experience.

16. Amex Stadium (Brighton & Hove Albion)

Capacity: 32,500

On paper, the AMEX Stadium has almost everything you could want from a modern soccer ground: a large capacity, contemporary design and a picturesque setting in the village of Falmer.

Aesthetically, it is one of the Premier League’s more impressive venues. However, it does come with some notable drawbacks.

Because supporters rely heavily on public transport to reach and leave the stadium, the AMEX can often appear quieter than expected, with fans regularly departing before the final whistle or struggling to attend altogether. This can take some edge away from the atmosphere.

The stadium’s spacious, open design also makes it difficult to create the intense, compact noise levels found at more traditional grounds. The result is a beautiful and well-designed venue—but one that can sometimes feel lacking in atmosphere.

15. Portman Road (Ipswich Town)

Capacity: 30,056

Portman Road is a classic old-school ground: tightly packed, with supporters positioned close to the pitch, located just minutes from Ipswich town center and easily accessible for fans.

The drawbacks, however, come from its age. Some sections of seating are extremely cramped, with limited legroom becoming a real issue in the older stands. The atmosphere can also be inconsistent, as the stadium’s design does not always allow noise to travel effectively, leaving certain areas feeling strangely quiet on matchdays.

14. Etihad Stadium (Manchester City)

Capacity: 61,470

Often mocked with the nickname “Emptyhad” due to Manchester City’s struggles to consistently fill it despite becoming the Premier League’s dominant club of the modern era, the Etihad Stadium has developed something of an unfair reputation.

In truth, though, the facilities are excellent—spacious seating, huge concourses and first-class hospitality areas—while the design itself is genuinely innovative. Its trademark toroidal-shaped roof was created to maximize sunlight, while perforated walls and movable louvres help improve ventilation and maintain an award-winning playing surface.

A lack of matchday atmosphere really lets it down.

13. Gtech Community Stadium (Brentford)

Capacity: 17,250

Another relatively small ground for a Premier League club, the Gtech Community Stadium has a lower capacity than a number of teams across the lower divisions.

However, what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in design. As the newest stadium in the league, its smart, compact construction creates an intense atmosphere, with supporters kept close to the action. It is also easily accessible by public transport and offers excellent modern facilities.

A small expansion adding a few thousand more seats would elevate it even further—turning an already impressive venue into one of the league’s best.

12. Emirates Stadium (Arsenal)

Capacity: 60,704

Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium ushered the club into a new era, replacing the aging Highbury with a state-of-the-art venue built for the modern game.

Its bowl design provides excellent sightlines from almost every seat, while the stadium boasts a superb playing surface, impressive fan facilities and strong transport links. The only real criticism comes from some of the underwhelming hospitality areas, which fall short of the standards expected at such a venue.

The one thing the Emirates has struggled to replicate, however, is the magic and atmosphere of Highbury. At times, it can feel surprisingly flat—even with Arsenal competing at the very top and winning the Premier League.

Perhaps, with time, it will develop the same character and history that made its predecessor so special.

11. City Ground (Nottingham Forest)

Capacity: 31,042

The same ground where Nottingham Forest lifted two European Cups under the legendary Brian Clough, the City Ground is steeped in history.

Its traditional, old-school design provides a welcome contrast to the growing number of modern bowl-style stadiums, while its excellent acoustics allow the atmosphere to become truly intimidating when the supporters are in full voice.

The main drawback is that some of its facilities have struggled to keep pace with the modern game, particularly the concourses and catering areas, which can feel limited compared to newer venues.

10. Elland Road (Leeds United)

Capacity: 37,890

Few teams relish a trip to Elland Road.

Its traditional, non-bowl design, with stands tight to the pitch, creates an intense, in-your-face atmosphere. Add in the ground’s rich history—Leeds United have played there since the club’s formation in 1919—and a fiercely passionate fanbase, and it becomes one of the most intimidating venues in the game.

The concourses may feel a little outdated, but that only adds to the charm. It’s a stadium that wears its history proudly—and visiting teams feel every bit of it.

9. Stamford Bridge (Chelsea)

Capacity: 41,631

For a club of Chelsea’s stature—two-time European champions and five-time Premier League winners—Stamford Bridge is relatively modest in size. But what it lacks in scale, it more than makes up for in intensity.

When the stadium is rocking (and admittedly, it’s not always), it becomes a cauldron of noise. The steep stands and tight, enclosed design trap the sound, creating a charged, almost claustrophobic atmosphere that can feel like a true fortress.

Add in the rhythmic clatter of fans banging metal in the stands after a goal, and it gives the place a raw, unmistakable edge that few grounds can replicate.

8. Stadium of Light (Sunderland)

Capacity: 48,707

The Stadium of Light is simply too good a venue to have spent years outside the top flight—but now that Sunderland are back in the Premier League, it feels like it’s finally where it belongs.

Relatively modern, having been Sunderland’s home since 1997, the ground strikes a rare balance between spaciousness and intimacy. The concourses are wide and comfortable, the seating is tidy with excellent sightlines and no obstructions and the overall layout makes for a smooth, enjoyable matchday experience.

With a lively fan zone and the potential for future expansion, it’s a stadium built not just for the present, but for the long term.

7. Craven Cottage (Fulham)

Capacity: 29,589

Though relatively small compared to many others on this list, Craven Cottage is one of the most unique and charming stadiums in the game—and boasts arguably the best location in the league, perched right on the banks of the Thames, surrounded by pubs and bars.

Famous for its iconic 1905 red-brick pavilion, the ground blends old-world character with modern upgrades, including a state-of-the-art new stand. It’s a rare example of tradition and luxury coexisting seamlessly—giving it a feel that few stadiums can match.

6. Villa Park (Aston Villa)

Capacity: 42,918

Aston Villa’s Villa Park holds just over 42,000 people, but thanks to its structure—and especially the famous Holt End, with its depth and proximity to the pitch—it often feels much bigger.

The steep stands and tight sightlines create a wall of noise, giving the stadium a constant sense of intensity. Add in strong views, fair pricing and a proper old-school soccer feel, and it’s easy to see why Villa Park remains one of the best matchday experiences in England.

5. Old Trafford (Manchester United)

Old Trafford stadium aerial view — The area around Old Trafford is also set for regeneration. | Oli SCARFF/AFP/Getty Images

Capacity: 74,879

Old Trafford is, in many ways, a stadium in decline. The roof leaks, parts of the structure are showing their age and its layout can feel like a cramped, confusing maze of corridors.

So why does it still rank so highly? Because Manchester United’s iconic home—despite its flaws—has something intangible. It’s steeped in history, a place that carries decades of triumph, drama and unforgettable moments within its walls.

The fanbase, of course, plays a huge role, but there’s a deeper aura to Old Trafford that’s hard to replicate. And when it is eventually replaced, even if supporters welcome a modern upgrade, recreating that same sense of history and atmosphere will be no easy task.

4. Hill Dickinson Stadium (Everton)

Capacity: 52,769

Everton fans bid an emotional farewell to Goodison Park at the end of the 2024–25 season, closing the chapter on 131 years at one of England’s most iconic grounds. But while that goodbye was difficult, their new home more than rises to the occasion as a worthy successor.

Beautifully located on the waterfront at Bramley-Moore Dock, the stadium delivers everything you’d expect from a modern venue—and then some.

There’s a wide range of social spaces, from traditional pubs and bars to high-street-style restaurants and premium dining experiences, along with self-service “eBars” and top-tier seating. Some areas even feature cinema-style chairs and private screens for instant replays.

3. St. James’ Park (Newcastle United)

Capacity: 52,258

Not so much for away fans, who are perched high up in the gods, but if you can get a ticket in the home end, St. James’ Park offers one of the best matchday experiences in the Premier League.

A towering cathedral of a stadium, it dominates the city skyline, while its steep stands create an intense, close-to-the-action feel despite its size. The result is a unique sense of drama that makes it one of the most special grounds in England.

2. Anfield (Liverpool)

Liverpool’s Anfield. — Anfield is an iconic ground. | Michael Steele/Getty Images

Capacity: 61,276

Thanks to recent redevelopment, Anfield has been brought firmly into the 21st century—transforming what was already an iconic ground into a home truly worthy of giants. The new stands blend seamlessly with the original structure, preserving that classic, old-school aesthetic while modernizing the experience.

When it comes to individual stands, few in world soccer can match the Kop. The sight and sound of Liverpool fans belting out You’ll Never Walk Alone, scarves held high, is enough to give anyone goosebumps, regardless of who they support.

1. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (Tottenham)

Capacity: 74,879

Tottenham Hotspur may be a club in crisis at times, but their stadium is anything but.

The newly built ground is a state-of-the-art facility, boasting exceptional sightlines—almost every seat offers a superb view of the pitch—along with outstanding comfort. Off the field, it’s just as impressive, featuring modern amenities such as its own in-house brewery, spacious concourses, a wide range of bars and restaurants, and even bottom-up pouring pints.

The only real drawback is access, as getting in and out can be a challenge. But when it comes to the stadium experience itself, few—if any—in England can match it.

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