Cardiff to host opening match of Euro 2028
Summary
Cardiff will host the first match of the Euro 2028 football tournament, with the semi-finals and final to be held at London's Wembley Stadium. The tournament will take place across nine venues in England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland, though Northern Ireland will not host any matches. Host nations must qualify for the tournament but can play group games at home if they qualify directly.Key Facts
- The opening game of Euro 2028 will be in Cardiff.
- Wembley Stadium in London will hold the semi-finals and final.
- Matches will be held in England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland.
- Northern Ireland's Casement Park won't host due to funding issues.
- Host nations must qualify, but can play group games at home if they do.
- The qualifying draw happens in Belfast on December 6, 2026.
- The UK government plans to invest £557 million and expects £3.2 billion in benefits.
- Five main English stadiums, including Etihad and Tottenham Hotspur, will host matches.
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