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The World’s 100 Best Football Stadiums

Estádio Nilton Santos

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

  1. WORLD’S BEST FOOTBALL STADIUMS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 96 2026
Estádio Nilton Santos

Botafogo plays at this Olympic stadium in the Engenho de Dentro neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro. Match days bring big crowds, black and white flags and snack bar queues, while an athletics track keeps the seats away from the pitch.

Highlights

  • Lower west stand
  • Fan flags and atmosphere
  • Olympic track around pitch

Good to know

  • Buy drink tokens before the break
  • Special trains leave Engenho de Dentro after matches
  • Some events charge entry even to watch

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