Maracanã Stadium

Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho

#4 in Rio de Janeiro / #7 in Brazil

by Brazilian Government

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Maracanã Stadium, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is one of the most iconic and storied sports venues in the world. Originally opened in 1950 to host the FIFA World Cup, it was once the largest stadium by capacity, holding nearly 200,000 spectators. Over the years, it has undergone several renovations, most notably for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics. The stadium is home to some of Brazil's most famous football clubs, such as Flamengo and Fluminense, and has hosted countless memorable matches, including World Cup finals and Copa Libertadores games.

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