Soccer City Stadium, Football stadium in Nasrec, Johannesburg, South Africa
The exterior walls of the FNB Stadium feature a mosaic pattern in earth tones, reflecting the design of a traditional African cooking vessel.
Built in 1989 and renovated for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the stadium expanded its capacity from 40,000 to 94,736 seats through substantial modifications.
Nelson Mandela delivered his first speech in Johannesburg at this stadium in 1990 following his release from prison after 27 years.
The venue contains modern facilities including media centers, changing rooms, dedicated VIP areas, and enhanced spectator viewing positions throughout the structure.
The stadium recorded its highest attendance of 94,807 spectators during a match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in August 2015.
Location: Johannesburg
Inception: 1989
Architects: Populous
Official opening: 1989
Capacity: 94736
Address: Stadium Ave., Nasrec, Johannesburg 2147, ZA 2147 Johannesburg
Phone: +27112475300
Website: https://joburg.org.za/play_/Pages/Sports/FNB-StadiumSoccer-city.aspx
GPS coordinates: -26.23481,27.98238
Latest update: November 24, 2025 12:41
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