The capital city is host to some of the best stadiums and sporting events in the country.
With 17 professional football teams and over 40 football teams among the lower levels of the English Football pyramid, London is the heartbeat of the footballing world.
In the Premier League alone, there have been two Champions from London, and the majority of national games are held in London.
With two stadiums in London being represented at the 2028 Euros, London football tickets have become a must-have.
So, what stadiums are the best ones to experience the biggest games, the biggest crowds, and the best overall package in London?
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Top Five Football Stadiums in London
1. Wembley Stadium
One of the most iconic stadiums in the world and one that any English footballer aspires to play at. The current Wembley was not the most iconic, with people remembering the famous two towers out the front and events such as the 1953 Matthews Cup Final or the 1966 World Cup or the summer that football should have come home during the European Championships in 1996.
However, the new Wembley, which opened in 2007, is equally iconic with its famous arch over the top and the history it has created for itself. Hosting major footballing events such as the European Championship final in 2020 (2021 actual year) to hosting three Champions League finals. Alongside football, the stadium has hosted music events, rugby, boxing, wrestling and even the NFL.
Fans will be getting excited with the upcoming FA Cup final in just a matter of weeks, and will be making the trip to London with or without tickets, but with a capacity of 90,000 fans should be able to get tickets.
2. Emirates Stadium
The home of Arsenal; The Gunners, the Emirates stadium, like Wembley, replaced an iconic stadium in Highbury, but it has now got its own iconic status within the footballing community. The Emirates is a behemoth of a stadium with a capacity of 60,704. The stadium encapsulates the area and dominates.
Arsenal has made the Emirates their home since the 2006/07 season in the area of Islington. Famous names of Arsenal days gone by will live on forever on the stadium walls, but it is the statues of Arsene Wenger, Tony Adams, Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Herbert Chapman, and Ken Friar that add to a matchday experience for any fan coming to the ground.
Arsenal are yet to lift the Premier League at their new stadium, but having made the semi-finals of the Champions League, they will be hoping they can make history in their home leg tie.
3. London Stadium
Created for the Olympics in 2012 but sold to West Ham United in controversial circumstances. It was a move that many West Ham fans did not want, especially given their affiliation with Upton Park, where the fans acted as a 12th man due to the proximity to the pitch. However, in the London Stadium, fans are further away and they feel their impact cannot be made as much.
Yet it seems that nearly ten years on from the move, many fans are coming to terms with their 68,013 capacity stadium and accepting that the newer facilities are an improvement. Unlike many other stadiums, though, the London Stadium is able to create an atmosphere that is intimidating, mainly down to the passionate West Ham fans.
The London stadium has also been home to sensational concerts, including the upcoming Sam Fender gig.
4. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
The newest and shiniest stadium to be built in London for football is the Spurs stadium. Following their move from White Hart Lane, Spurs played at Wembley Stadium temporarily until their move to the epic 62,850 capacity stadium was complete. There is no holding back with the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, with top-of-the-range gym facilities, fully furnished changing rooms, 65 food outlets, and a microbrewery on site; Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is one of a kind.
The stadium has usurped Wembley as it has been picked for more NFL games recently, and the feedback has been astounding from the fans flocking to see their team play.
It might be all glee with the facilities, but Spurs are looking to improve on the pitch with a poor season under their belt, but the chance of some silverware as they look to win the Europa League with one more game at home to help them reach the final.
5. Stamford Bridge
The oldest and most traditional stadium on this list is the ground has not seen any renovation since the late 90s (completed in the early 00s), but some fans would argue that this stadium is the most British footballing experience in London, watching Chelsea at their home ground.
With a capacity of 40,341, Chelsea sells out very quickly when it comes to home games due to the size of the ground and the size of the fanbase. However, if you manage to get a ticket and hear the famous Liquidator tune, you know you have made it into football heritage.
Stamford Bridge has been home to Chelsea football club since 187,7, and it might not be the case for much longer. Owner Todd Bohely has stated he wants to make significant improvements to Stamford Bridge, either in terms of renovations or a full redevelopment. Watching Chelsea at the Bridge may no longer be viable for many fans, and it will be a huge blow to many who have experienced the joys of Champions League nights, Premier League title wins, and historic League moments.