The following is a list of notable sports stadiums, ordered by their capacity, that is the maximum number of spectators they can normally accommodate. The capacity figures are standard, permanent total capacity, including both seating and any permanent standing areas (click here for the largest stadiums in Europe).pened in 1854, this multi-purpose stadium is used for cricket, Australian rules football and soccer. It is the home stadium to the Melbourne Cricket Club. Itâs the largest stadium in Australia and the biggest cricket stadium in the world.