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Wembley Stadium has been the centrepiece of English football since the new £798 million venue opened in 2007, replacing the famous Twin Towers with an unmistakable 133-metre arch.
With a capacity of 90,000, it is the largest sports stadium in the UK and the second-largest stadium in Europe, regularly hosting major domestic finals, international football, NFL, boxing, concerts and much more.
Here, FootballGroundGuide looks at Wembley Stadium through the numbers that tell its story.
Wembley Stadium by the numbers
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Opened | 2007 |
| Construction period | 2003-2007 |
| Football capacity | 90,000 |
| Construction cost | £798m |
| Approximate construction cost per seat | £8,867 |
| Pitch dimensions | 105m x 68m |
| Food and drink service points | 688 |
| Bars | 34 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Kitchens | 98 |
Wembley's football attendance record was set during the 2008 FA Cup Final, when 89,874 spectators watched Portsmouth beat Cardiff City.
The England men's international attendance record at the new stadium is 89,107, recorded against Kazakhstan in October 2008.
Wembley Stadium's records and major events
Wembley has hosted some of the biggest occasions in world sport, including two UEFA Champions League finals, numerous FA Cup Finals and major international tournaments.
Its record boxing attendance stands at 94,000, set when Tyson Fury defeated Dillian Whyte in April 2022. The 2013 Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund attracted 86,298 spectators.
The stadium also hosted seven matches at Euro 2020, including both semi-finals and the final, which attracted 67,173 despite pandemic-related restrictions.
The following year, Wembley welcomed 87,192 supporters for England's 2-1 victory over Germany in the Women's Euro 2022 final, setting a record for attendance at a European Championship final.
Away from football, Wembley regularly accommodates concerts with crowds of up to 90,000, depending on staging and configuration.
Wembley Stadium ticket prices by the numbers
Unlike individual football clubs, Wembley does not have a fixed matchday ticket structure, with prices determined by the event, competition and seating category.
Illustrative recent pricing includes:
| Event | Typical ticket prices |
|---|---|
| England internationals | £25-£150+ |
| FA Cup Final | £45-£250+ |
| Club Wembley hospitality | £299-£500+ |
| Premium hospitality for major finals | £1,000+ |
The stadium's hospitality facilities include 166 executive boxes and approximately 15,000 premium seats, while its wider catering operation can handle thousands of meals simultaneously.
Wembley has retained its traditional name throughout the new stadium era, with zero outright stadium renamings despite commercial partnerships with companies including EE.
With a £798m construction bill, a 315-metre arch and the capacity to accommodate 90,000 football supporters, Wembley remains one of the most significant sporting venues in the world.