
Jakob stadium in Basel, which hosted 6 matches. Six venues in six cities (1 venue in each city) hosted the 1954 FIFA World Cup tournament's 26 matches. The Pacaembu stadium in São Paulo hosted six matches these two stadiums in São Paulo and Rio were the only venues that hosted the second round robin matches. The Maracanã in the then-capital of Rio de Janeiro hosted eight matches, including all but one of the host's matches, including the Maracanazo match in the second round robin group that decided the winners of the tournament. Six venues in six cities around Brazil hosted the 22 matches played for the 1950 FIFA World Cup. Early matches were played at smaller stadiums usually used by Montevideo football clubs Nacional and Peñarol, the 20,000 capacity Parque Central and the Pocitos. However, a rushed construction schedule and delays caused by the rainy season meant the Centenario was not ready for use until five days into the tournament. The stadium hosted 10 of the 18 matches, including both semi-finals and the final. With a capacity of 90,000, it was the largest football stadium outside the British Isles. Designed by Juan Scasso, it was the primary stadium for the tournament, referred to by Rimet as a "temple of football". The Estadio Centenario was built both for the tournament and as a celebration of the centenary of Uruguayan independence. Three stadiums were used: Estadio Centenario, Estadio Pocitos, and Estadio Parque Central. Highest attendance: Maracanã Stadium ( 173,850 - Final in 1950 ) Īll 1930 FIFA World Cup matches took place in Montevideo.Most finals hosted: Estadio Azteca ( 2 – 19), Maracanã Stadium ( 2 – 19).Most opening matches hosted: Estadio Azteca ( 2 – 19).Most matches hosted: Estadio Azteca ( 19 – 10 matches in 1970 and 9 matches in 1986).This list is incomplete you can help by adding missing items.
