Where Are The 2028 Euros Taking Place? And Can You Get Tickets Yet?

Hopes were crushed across the nation in last night’s devastating World Cup semi-final, which saw Argentina win 2-1 against England. While it briefly seemed like we were soaring towards our first World Cup final since 1966, following a goal from Anthony Gordon, a late turnaround from Argentina meant the game once again ended in heartache for the Three Lions. It was another case of so close, yet so far – but our chance to bring it home will come again. The team will be back for another major tournament in two years: Euro 2028. Here’s everything we know so far.

When Is Euro 2028?

The tournament will take place from 9 June – 9 July 2028.

Where Is Euro 2028 Held?

Matches will be played across nine venues in England, Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland. These include Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Villa Park in Birmingham, the National Stadium of Wales in Cardiff and Hampden Park in Glasgow – with the semi-finals and the final set to be held at Wembley Stadium in London.

What Are The Euros?

The European Championship (or Euros for short) is an international football tournament – one of the largest on the planet, second only to the FIFA World Cup. It began in 1960, originally known as the European Nations’ Cup, before undergoing a rebrand in 1968. The Euros take place every four years, with matches spanning a month during the summer. 

A total of 24 teams play, and for Euro 2028 England, Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland will still be required to qualify despite being hosts (a break from the usual tradition, which sees hosts given automatic qualification). However, UEFA has introduced a rule to ensure at least two home nations will qualify, with the two best-ranked selected from the qualification that didn’t automatically make it. If none qualify then the two top teams will be picked. Qualification will be held between 25 March 2027 – 28 March 2028.

Will Thomas Tuchel Remain As England Boss?

England manager Thomas Tuchel has come under fire after the disappointing World Cup semi-final, with critics questioning his defensive substitution decisions. In the 72nd minute, he took goal scorer Gordon off for defender Ezri Konsa, then bringing on Dan Burn and Nico O’Reilly for Reece James and Declan Rice. 

‘Gareth Southgate took a lot of criticism for the big moments with England, when they had the lead in big games and shutting up shop,’ former England goalkeeper Joe Hart said on the BBC. ‘I don’t see that anything has changed in that big moment out there. For as much praise as we have given Thomas Tuchel, for him to change it as soon as he did, that is him saying he didn’t believe in his team, that he didn’t think they could land any more punches on Argentina.’

Tuchel took the blame for the loss, saying: ‘We decided to go to a back five because the gaps were far too open. Argentina played with more risk, played with more rhythm and played with the feeling maybe that they had nothing to lose any more, which freed them up and pulled us back. Because we obviously played suddenly with a feeling that we had a lot to lose. Of course the responsibility is on the coach and if it doesn’t go well it’s easy to say it was wrong.’

Despite this, it’s looking like Tuchel will remain as England boss for the Euros. Although his initial deal had only covered the World Cup, in February this year the German coach signed an extension until 2028 – therefore covering the Euros. Speaking after the game, he said: ‘I have a contract until the home Euros and I’m looking forward to that even though now it is difficult to look that far ahead.’

How To Get Tickets

Ticket sales will be released closer to the tournament, and sold via uefa.com. To stay in the loop, create an account here and subscribe for ticketing updates.