Estadio Centenario in Montevideo named FIFA world soccer monument
According to Angelus News, the open‑air Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Uruguay, has been designated a world soccer monument by FIFA.
The stadium was constructed in 1930 to host the soccer matches of the first FIFA World Cup, underscoring its historic significance.
Built for that inaugural tournament, the venue can accommodate around 70,000 people inside, reflecting its status as one of the largest early‑20th‑century football arenas.
Angelus News also notes that the open‑air stadium, located in Montevideo, has earned the formal recognition as a world soccer monument, highlighting its enduring legacy in the sport.
The announcement was reported by Angelus News.