UEFA Euro 2028

The UEFA Euro 2028 is an eagerly anticipated international football tournament that will take place across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. This marks the second time that the UK has hosted this prestigious event, with England previously hosting the tournament alone in 1996 and in collaboration with Scotland in 2021. Meanwhile, the Republic of Ireland will be hosting a senior major tournament for the first time.

The Euro 2028 tournament will feature ten stadiums across the two countries, including iconic venues such as Wembley Stadium in London, Hampden Park in Glasgow, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, and Dublin's Aviva Stadium. These stadiums have a rich history of hosting significant football events, providing a fitting backdrop for the European Championship.

The bidding process for Euro 2028 saw several countries express interest in hosting the tournament. However, the UK and Ireland's joint bid emerged as the sole contender following Turkey's withdrawal and subsequent merger with Italy's bid for Euro 2032. This unopposed bid was met with excitement from football fans across the UK and Ireland.

The qualifying procedure for Euro 2028 has not been confirmed, but it is known that 24 countries will contest the finals. England has expressed its intention to participate in qualification despite being the main host nation. The "backstop" places for any host nation that fails to make it will be awarded based on either FIFA coefficient or results in Europe.

The successful UK-Ireland bid is expected to deliver lasting legacies across the whole of the UK and Ireland, providing an opportunity for young footballers to grow up dreaming of representing their nations on the grandest stage. The tournament's impact will extend beyond football, with the potential for significant socio-economic benefits for the host nations, including job creation and infrastructure development.