Estadio Monumental (Lima)

Capacity
80,093
Year Opened
2000
Surface Type
Grass
Club/Team
Universitario de Deportes
City
Lima
Coordinates
-12.055000,-76.938889
Country
Peru
Sport
Football (soccer)
Continent
South America

Stadium Information

Overview

Estadio Monumental (Lima) is one of Peru’s major football stadiums located in Lima and opened in 2000. With a capacity of 80,093, it hosts league fixtures, domestic cups, and international matches.

Fan Culture

The presence of Universitario de Deportes drives strong local identity, with passionate supporters, banners, and pre match gatherings around the stadium.

Atmosphere

Peruvian stadiums are known for rhythmic chanting, drums, and constant crowd engagement throughout matches.

Facilities

Major venues feature large seating bowls, floodlighting, media facilities, and well maintained pitches.

Sports

Football is the primary sport, with occasional concerts and athletics events.

Major Events

These stadiums host Liga 1 matches, Copa Libertadores fixtures, and World Cup qualifiers.

Local Area and Landmarks

Stadiums are often set within busy districts where matchdays attract vendors and supporters.

Local Travel

Access is mainly via buses, taxis, and road networks, with heavy traffic common on big matchdays.