Record-Breaking Night at MorumBIS: São Paulo Sets New 2025 Attendance High in Libertadores Win
São Paulo fans turned MorumBIS into a fortress this Tuesday.
In the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 clash against Atlético Nacional, 57,559 supporters filled the stadium—setting the highest attendance in 2025. The crowd pumped in a whopping R$5.85 million in revenue, showcasing the Tricolor’s enduring pull.
Surpassing Old Audience Records
This massive turnout wasn’t just a number—it broke the previous high set earlier this year.
Back in the Paulista Championship, the classic against Corinthians drew 54,855 fans, which was the previous peak. Now, nearly 3,000 more voices echoed through MorumBIS, proving fan loyalty holds strong.
Top 5 MorumBIS Crowds in 2025
| Rank | Match | Attendance |
| 1 | São Paulo vs Atlético Nacional | 57,559 |
| 2 | São Paulo vs Corinthians (Paulista) | 54,855 |
| 3 | São Paulo vs Santos (Brasileirão) | 52,436 |
| 4 | São Paulo vs Novorizontino (Paulista) | 52,315 |
| 5 | São Paulo vs Alianza Lima (Libertadores) | 49,938 |
This table clearly shows how this latest fixture outpaced earlier crowd draws.
Match Highlights and Atmosphere
From the first whistle, energy was electric.
André Silva scored just in the 2nd minute, igniting the massive crowd. The Colombian side struck back in the 71st minute through a Morelos penalty, setting the stage for a dramatic shootout. In typical Tricolor fashion, São Paulo held their nerve and secured qualification.
The air refused to settle even after the final whistle—fans lingered, chanting and celebrating one of the loudest nights the stadium has had all year.
MorumBIS: A Stadium Steeped in Legacy
Formerly known as Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo, MorumBIS stands as Brazil’s largest privately owned stadium, with a seating capacity of around 72,000 .
Originally, the stadium could accommodate many more. For instance, over 156,000 fans packed in for São Paulo vs. Santos in a 1980 Paulista final—now a figure only achievable before modern safety standards took hold.
Opened in 1960 after nearly a decade of construction, MorumBIS was envisioned as an architectural marvel by João Batista Vilanova Artigas—a symbol of São Paulo FC’s ambition and status in Brazilian football.
Even today, renovations continue. Naming rights were sold in 2023 to Mondelez, leading to the current title, and a modernization project worth R$800 million aims to prepare the stadium for the future.
What’s Next for the Tricolor?
With the win secured, São Paulo now faces either Botafogo or LDU in the quarterfinals, depending on the outcome of their upcoming second-leg in Ecuador. Expect another wave of fans and fervor at MorumBIS.
The packed stadium this Tuesday didn’t just break records—it sent a message: São Paulo is alive, determined, and ready for the next fight.
Sources
| Source | Link |
| Stadium capacity & history – Wikipedia | Wikipedia+1 |
| Record past crowds & stadium legacy – Portuguese Wikipedia | Wikipedia |
| MorumBIS origin and architecture – StadiumGuide | Stadium Guide |
This article is written by Devraj Patil. For queries, feedback, or collaborations, you can reach me at Dpatil@aavaz.in or connect via my Facebook page.
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