The 12 worst stadiums in the EFL Championship named and ranked by AI

One of those stadiums that always seems smaller than it actually is is Vicarage Road. Well-kept, although not very noteworthy.

Its site is not good; sandwiched between a residential neighbourhood and a hospital, it feels more like a stop for commuters than a place to watch football.

The atmosphere within the stadium hardly ever changes, despite Watford’s previous Premier League memories still being present.

It’s difficult to dispute ChatGPT’s emphasis on the “uninspired layout” and “flat energy.” There is only a practical location with no flair; there is no buzz or sense of arriving. The football needs to carry a lot of the weight in this kind of situation.

10Hull City – MKM Stadium

The sleek appearance of Hull City’s MKM Stadium, a contemporary product of the stadium boom of the 2000s, belies a more serious problem: it has never truly felt like a football-first arena.

It lacks the closeness and uniqueness that make other grounds stand out because it was intended to be a multipurpose area.

The noise that drifts into the top tiers on matchdays can feel sterile, with little return bounce to the pitch. The crowd is frequently far away, the stands seem aloof, and the excitement never truly relates to the game.

It is “a space that works on paper but leaves fans cold,” according to ChatGPT, a notion that many Hull fans who have long desired for a little more soul in their stadium can relate to.

9Portsmouth – Fratton Park

With Fratton Park, ChatGPT enters into controversial area because Portsmouth’s ground would be flying if this list were solely based on atmosphere.

The ground itself is a little worn out, even though the Pompey faithful make a tremendous noise.

Due to its tiny concourses, antiquated pillars that obstruct vistas, and ongoing structural problems, Fratton Park frequently seems to be struggling to stay up with the times.

According to ChatGPT, the experience is “authentic but outdated,” with charm and character unable to fully conceal the functional flaws.

8Blackburn Rovers – Ewood Park

Despite being historic and the location of numerous memorable English football events, ChatGPT informed us that Ewood Park has recently gotten a bit “eerie” on matchdays.

A sense of decline hovers over the stands, the stadium is too big for its present use, and it is too quiet on many matchdays.

Although the stadium frequently feels as though it is torn between Blackburn’s illustrious history and a more uncertain future, the Darwen End can still make a splash.

7Charlton Athletic – The Valley

Despite their illustrious past and devoted following, Charlton Athletic’s physical presence in The Valley has somewhat diminished.

ChatGPT pointed out a “lack of buzz” and a “tired design,” which are reasonable criticisms for a stadium that has had trouble adapting to the times.

The Valley frequently feels more subdued than antagonistic when you factor in years of off-pitch unpredictability and erratic crowds.

Despite its promise, the stadium is hindered by years of stagnation. Supporters of Addicks will be hopeful that a return to the second division will rekindle the passion in The Valley.

6Millwall – The Den

On this one, ChatGPT explored The Den’s status in football legend, stating that “reputation more than reality” may be the defining characteristic of Millwall’s stadium.

However, The Den would be at the top of the rankings if atmosphere were solely determined by the possibility of danger.

As it is, it’s a chilly, utilitarian space that lacks the warmth of other league teams, both literally and figuratively.

5Swansea City – Swansea.com Stadium

A one-club city’s modern stadium ought to be bustling every week, but Swansea City doesn’t always feel that way.

Although the Swansea.com Stadium is spotless, well-kept, and a reasonable size, it nevertheless feels a little lifeless.

Despite respectable turnout, ChatGPT noted the “lack of identity and patchy atmosphere.”

4Stoke City – Bet365 Stadium

ChatGPT didn’t hold back when embracing the cliches, describing Stoke City’s bet365 Stadium as “windy, bleak exposed to the elements and rarely intimidating.”

Although the stadium is operational, it is by no means a stronghold, making it one of the bot’s more reliable ranks on the list.

3Coventry City – CBS Arena

Coventry may still not feel like they belong at the CBS Arena because of years of ground-sharing and boardroom conflicts.

ChatGPT critiqued the establishment’s “corporate, disconnected feel,” pointing out its unattractive location and lack of personality.

It rarely creates a genuine buzz, even with good attendance.