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EPL stadiums: The history, facts behind all 20 grounds

A look at the history, capacity, and key features of all 20 Premier League stadiums for the 2026/27 season, from Old Trafford to the Emirates. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-stadiums-the-history-facts-behind-all-20-grounds/

EPL stadiums: The history, facts behind all 20 grounds

1. Arsenal – Emirates Stadium: The club has resided at the Emirates Stadium since 2006, having previously occupied Highbury for 93 years. Located in north London, the stadium holds a capacity of 60,704, named after its long-standing sponsor, Emirates airline. Six bronze statues of legendary players, managers, and staff adorn the stadium's exterior.

2. Aston Villa – Villa Park: Villa Park has been Aston Villa's home since 1897, situated in Aston, Birmingham. The stadium's capacity has decreased to 36,887 for the 2026/27 season due to the closure of the North Stand for redevelopment. Once completed, Villa Park is projected to exceed 50,000 capacity. The North Stand is named for the club's former chairman, Doug Ellis. Villa Park holds the record for hosting the most FA Cup semi-finals, with 55 matches.

3. Bournemouth – Vitality Stadium: The Vitality Stadium, located in Boscombe, Bournemouth, is the smallest Premier League ground with a present capacity of 12,357. The stadium, established in 1910, was initially named Dean Court. It underwent a rebranding to Vitality Stadium in 2015 after insurance company Vitality became the club's naming-rights partner. Two stands bear the names of local football stars, Steve Fletcher and Ted MacDougall.

4. Brentford – Gtech Community Stadium: Entering the arena in 2020 after departing from Griffin Park, the Gtech Community Stadium now serves as Brentford's home. Initially called Brentford Community Stadium, it was later renamed in 2022 following a sponsorship deal with British technology firm Gtech. The stadium accommodates 17,250 spectators, ranking it the second-smallest Premier League stadium.

5. Brighton & Hove Albion – American Express Stadium: Brighton & Hove Albion has been playing at the American Express Stadium since 2011, replacing the former Withdean Stadium. Commonly referred to as the Amex, its location-based name is Falmer Stadium. The stadium, with a capacity of 32,176, remains under the sponsorship of financial services company American Express since its inauguration.

6. Chelsea – Stamford Bridge: As Chelsea's home since its inception in 1905, Stamford Bridge is located in west London's Fulham district. The stadium boasts a capacity of 40,044. One of its stands is named after former vice-chairman Matthew Harding, who passed away in 1996. A bronze statue of former striker Peter Osgood graces the stadium's exterior.

7. Coventry City – Coventry Building Society Arena: After residing at Highfield Road, Coventry City moved to its current home, the Coventry Building Society Arena, in 2005. Formerly known as the Ricoh Arena, the stadium underwent a name change in 2021 following a naming-rights agreement with Coventry Building Society. The club regained ownership of the 32,609-capacity stadium in August 2025 after owner Doug King acquired it from Frasers Group.

8. Crystal Palace – Selhurst Park: Since 1924, Crystal Palace has been hosting matches at Selhurst Park, situated in south London. The stadium, capable of 25,194 spectators, previously shared facilities with Wimbledon. The ground gained notoriety through its portrayal as the fictional home of AFC Richmond in the Apple TV series Ted Lasso.

9. Everton – Hill Dickinson Stadium: Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium, the newest Premier League ground, opened in 2025. The Toffees had previously played at Goodison Park for 133 years before transferring to their new location at Bramley-Moore Dock on the River Mersey. Named after Liverpool-based law firm Hill Dickinson, the stadium's capacity stands at 52,769.

10. Fulham – Craven Cottage: Fulham's Craven Cottage has been the club's home since 1896. Throughout its history, the stadium has undergone multiple redevelopments, most recently expanding the Riverside Stand to increase its capacity to 28,107. The Johnny Haynes Stand, honoring the legendary Fulham player, is a Grade II-listed structure and remains the oldest stand in continuous use in professional football.

11. Hull City – MKM Stadium: Hull City has been playing at the MKM Stadium since 2002. Before that, the stadium was known as the KC Stadium. It received its current name in 2021 after a sponsorship agreement with builders' merchant MKM. The 24,983-capacity ground shares facilities with Hull F.C., a rugby league club.

12. Ipswich Town – Portman Road: Ipswich Town has called Portman Road its home since 1884. The historic stadium, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, has undergone several changes over the years.

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