JULES BREACH: From the modern masterpiece of the Bernabeu to the muddy sidelines of the Tallaght Stadium - working at the best grounds in Europe is one highlights of being a sports broadcaster

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The real beauty is that no two ever look or feel the same.Theres always an extra bit of excitement going to a new stadium, and this seasonI got my first trip to Stade Velodrome in Marseille. Id heard such good things, yet it was still much cooler than I expected. Theres a huge stairway from the busy street leading up to the entrance, which is covered in multicoloured graffiti. The surrounding area is gritty and has an edge to it, and when you get inside the ground its magnificent. You may like JULES BREACH: The FA Cup is a celebration of the football pyramid and gives fans hope of success Jack Grealish's calves, plate-sized Yorkshire puds and a seat so close you feel like you're part of the squad: FourFourTwo get a taste for Everton's Beyond - Tunnel club inside the Hill Dickinson Stadium The future of watching football is here: FourFourTwo traveled to Los Angeles to watch a Premier League game at Cosm and experience shared reality first hand Sleek but imposing, the smooth curves of the roof frame the blue and white seats. The Marseille fans make it intimidating, chanting long before any players arrive. They also take their tifo game seriously, requesting broadcasting duties take place after their rehearsal to ensure its kept a surprise for maximum impact. And fair play, they were the best tifos Ive ever seen.One of my most underrated venues in Europe is the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan, home of Sevilla. Nestled in amongst bustling tapas bars, the vibrant red and white building is eye-catching, and the gigantic, colourful mosaic on the outside wall is so unique. The open-air arena has charm, with red seats that contrast against the blue sky as the stadium bathes in sunlight. It not only looks amazing, but dont underestimate the fans. When the club anthem plays, you can feel the stadium come to life, reflecting Sevilles culture and its vibrant, passionate people.Frankfurts Waldstadion has the wow factor. Situated in the middle of the woods, the dark, eerie walk adds to the drama when you arrive at this super modern arena with a huge square video screen hanging from the roof. The ultras create incredible noise. One of the most memorable atmospheres Ive experienced came there when Eintracht beat West Ham to reach the Europa League final in 2022. They went on to win the trophy and their supporters will have been a big reason for that.Elsewhere in Germany, I still remember being blown away the first time I saw Dortmunds Yellow Wall in real life. Signal Iduna Park has some of the most passionate fans and affordable beer! Its industrial, not luxurious, but thats what gives it an identity. It also has the biggest pick n mix stand Ive ever seen. The fans are close to the pitch but separated by a fence, which adds atmosphere when they rattle it and throw beer from their seats. Playing within the cage-like arena must feel like an inferno when Dortmund score, the fans erupt and a sea of yellow and black bounces.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Then theres the Bernabeu a modern masterpiece. From the sleek design of its glossy facade to the 360-degree screen around the stadiums interior, its stunning. The Madridistas know how to welcome their superstars too. Thousands of raucous fans line the streets to watch the team bus arrive, led to the stadium by a police escort.Once inside, players walk through a corridor of trophies to the dressing room, which for the away side is an intimidating reminder of what theyre up against. The stadium is colossal. When closed, the retractable roof keeps the bellowing noise inside, echoing off each side of the arena. During my latest visit, on a cold December evening, I was wondering why I felt surprisingly warm, until I looked up to find the Bernabeu even has heaters on the ceilings that I could feel from the dugouts.These are the luxuries you simply cant get used to as a journalist at pitchside. Less than 24 hours after watching Manchester City beat Real Madrid 2-1, I was tip-toeing on muddy sidelines in the pouring rain at the Tallaght Stadium for Crystal Palaces Conference League match with Irish side Shelbourne much more what Im used to.There are still many stadiums Im yet to tick off the bucket list, but I have no doubt therell be a surprise gem sneaking into my favourites soon enough.Jules BreachColumnistJules Breach is a broadcast journalist who has lead presenting roles for TNT Sport, Channel 4, ITV, and Premier League Productions. Jules hosted BT Sports live flagship football show Score and also presents live Premier League, Europa League and Champions League matches. Jules is the lead presenter for Channel 4s coverage of the England games and also hosts ITVs EFL Highlights show. Jules presents worldwide coverage for Premier League Productions and away from work is a passionate Brighton fan.