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The World’s 100 Best Football Stadiums

Barradão

Salvador, Brazil

  1. WORLD’S BEST FOOTBALL STADIUMS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 48 2026
Barradão

Esporte Clube Vitória plays at the Manoel Barradas Stadium, known as Barradão, in Salvador, Brazil. On match days, the crowd sings before kickoff, long stairs lead down to the stands, and entry requires early arrival.

Highlights

  • Pre-game singing in the stands
  • Stairs down to the stands
  • Matches at Barradão, Salvador

Good to know

  • Arrive early for entry
  • Traffic affects access roads
  • Facial recognition entry to seating

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