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Stade Vélodrome

Olympique de Marseille · Marseille, France

Ligue 1 soccer stadium active
100
TurfNurd Score — Iconic venue
Based on capacity, historical significance and visitor interest
Team
Olympique de Marseille
Capacity
67,394
Year Built
1937
Surface
grass
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Country

About Stade Vélodrome

Stade Vélodrome

The Stade Vélodrome in Marseille stands as one of Europe's most storied sporting arenas, having hosted everything from multiple FIFA World Cups and European Championships to Rugby World Cups since opening in 1937. As France's second largest stadium with a capacity of over 67,000, this impressive venue pulses with the passionate energy of Olympique de Marseille fans and offers visitors a chance to experience the electric atmosphere that has made it a legendary destination for football and rugby enthusiasts alike. Whether catching a Ligue 1 match or exploring the historic grounds, the Vélodrome provides an authentic taste of Marseille's fierce sporting culture.

Historic moments
1938
FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final
World Cup
1993
UEFA Champions League Final
37,000 attendance
Cup Final
1998
FIFA World Cup Match
54,000 attendance
World Cup
2016
UEFA Euro 2016 Quarter-Final
64,078 attendance
Continental Championship
2016
UEFA Euro 2016 Semi-Final
63,670 attendance
Continental Championship
2018
UEFA Europa League Final
55,768 attendance
Cup Final
Score breakdown: Capacity 25p · Historic events 30p · League prestige 35p