ESPN presents the most intimidating football stadiums
MEXICO -- This October 31st celebrates Halloween, one of the most popular holidays worldwide, and in football there are several stadiums that cause "terror" to rival teams.
Because of 'Night of Wizards,' ESPN invites you to discover which stadiums instill fear, either because of their history or because of the atmosphere of their fans.
Santiago Bernabeu
With a capacity for over 80 thousand supporters, the home of Real Madrid is one of the "cathedrals" of world soccer. The Bernabeu intimidates the best and has been the scene of great comebacks by Los Merengues throughout history. The stadium is in the final stages of a major renovation of over 800 million dollars and is expected to be one of the most impressive buildings in the 'Old Continent'.
La Bombonera
The home of Boca Juniors is for many fans the most intimidating stadium due to the passion with which Xeneizes fans live each match of their club. Getting a victory at La Bombonera is very difficult and the atmosphere of the 'Blue and Gold' fans is a disadvantage for all rivals.
Estadio Azteca
The 'Colossus of Santa Ursula' boasts being the venue for the best version of Pelé and Diego Armando Maradona, who are considered two of the greatest footballers of all time and were crowned world champions at the Azteca. The Estadio Azteca is the home of the Mexican National Team, América, and Cruz Azul, and has established itself as the most intimidating stadium. Currently, it holds over 83 thousand fans and at crucial moments for El Tri, it has become their main stronghold.
Signal Iduna Park
The home of Borussia Dortmund has established itself as one of the most fearsome stadiums in the Bundesliga. The special atmosphere created by Dortmund fans often "scares" even the strongest players in football and excites those who defend the colors of Borussia. It is worth noting that the Signal Iduna Park is Germany's largest stadium with a capacity for over 80 thousand fans.
De Kuip
According to BBC journalist Ciaran Varley, the home of Mexican Santiago Giménez should be considered one of the most intimidating stadiums in Europe. Due to its design and the passion of its fans, the Feyenoord field creates an atmosphere that intimidates the most powerful teams in the Netherlands.
Galatasaray SK
Known as the "Turkish Hell," the home of Galatasaray is known to all fans for its spectacular atmosphere created by its fans. The atmosphere at Galatasaray SK is unmatched and the best clubs in the world cannot help but be afraid of the flares and chants sung by the thousands of Turkish fans.
Anfield
With a capacity of just 40 thousand fans, Liverpool's field is one of the most imposing in England and the rest of Europe. Despite having "little" capacity compared to other venues, the fans of the Reds have turned Anfield into one of the most "ferocious" buildings in world football, and it is always special to hear when Liverpool fans sing the melody "You'll Never Walk Alone."