The Champions League final, a global spectacle, has long sought out Europe’s most prestigious stadiums to serve as hosts. For UEFA, picking a venue goes beyond choosing a stadium; it's a decision that celebrates both the game and the city in which it's held, elevating the local community onto an international stage.
This careful selection process is designed to ensure a venue meets technical standards while also offering a memorable fan experience.
Legendary Champions League Venues
Some stadiums have become synonymous with Champions League history. Wembley Stadium in London tops the list, hosting eight finals in both its original and current forms, while classic sites like San Siro in Milan and Hampden Park in Glasgow have become fan-favourite stages. These venues provide more than just seating—they bring traditions and memories that add to the excitement of each final.
Behind the Scenes: Choosing Host Cities
The journey to hosting a Champions League final begins years ahead, following a rigorous selection process. To be considered, a stadium must first qualify as a UEFA Category 4 venue, meeting top-tier standards for capacity, media, and safety.
UEFA’s Executive Committee is responsible for these decisions, with members from multiple countries evaluating and approving cities in advance, balancing technical needs and a desire to highlight diverse regions across Europe.
Host City Impact and Prestige
For a city, hosting the Champions League final means global attention, with fans and players flocking from all corners of the globe. It’s a rare chance to shine on the international sports scene, showcasing the host city’s culture, atmosphere, and dedication to the game.
This sense of prestige has made cities like London, Madrid, Paris, and Rome repeat hosts, giving fans worldwide a reason to celebrate each city’s unique contribution to European football.
Memorable Matches and Future Venues
From the electrifying atmosphere of Santiago Bernabeu to the unforgettable drama at Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium, each host venue enriches the Champions League’s legacy. As the tournament continues to grow, the anticipation for each final setting intensifies.
Munich’s Allianz Arena is set to join this prestigious lineup, adding to a diverse collection of host cities that span the entire history of European club competition. This rich geographic footprint reflects the event’s unique ability to unite fans from every corner of the world.
Champions League Final Venues & Host Cities
1956 – Parc des Princes, Paris
1957 – Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid
1958 – Heysel Stadium, Brussels
1959 – Neckarstadion, Stuttgart
1960 – Hampden Park, Glasgow
1961 – Wankdorf Stadium, Bern
1962 – Olympisch Stadium, Amsterdam
1963 – Wembley Stadium, London
1964 – Praterstadion, Vienna
1965 – San Siro, Milan
1966 – Heysel Stadium, Brussels
1967 – Estadio Nacional, Lisbon
1968 – Wembley Stadium, London
1969 – Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid
1970 – San Siro, Milan
1971 – Wembley Stadium, London
1972 – De Kuip, Rotterdam
1973 – Red Star Stadium, Belgrade
1974 – Heysel Stadium, Brussels
1975 – Parc des Princes, Paris
1976 – Hampden Park, Glasgow
1977 – Stadio Olimpico , Rome
1978 – Wembley Stadium, London
1979 – Olympiastadion, Munich
1980 – Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid
1981 – Parc des Princes
1982 – De Kuip, Rotterdam
1983 – Olympic Stadium, Athens
1984 – Stadio Olimpico, Rome
1985 – Heysel Stadium, Brussels
1986 - Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, Seville
1987 – Praterstadion, Vienna
1988 – Neckarstadion, Stuttgart
1989 – Camp Nou, Barcelona
1990 – Praterstadion, Vienna
1991 – Stadio San Nicola, Bari
1992 – Wembley Stadium, London
1993 – Olympiastadion, Munich
1994 – Olympic Stadium, Athens
1995 – Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Vienna
1996 – Stadio Olimpico, Rome
1997 – Olympiastadion, Munich
1998 – Amsterdam Arena, Amsterdam
1999 – Camp Nou, Barcelona
2000 – Stade de France, Saint-Denis
2001 – San Siro, Milan
2002 – Hampden Park, Glasgow
2003 – Old Trafford, Manchester
2004 – Arena AufSchalke, Gelsenkirchen
2005 - Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul
2006 – Stade de France, Saint-Denis
2007 – Olympic Stadium, Athens
2008 – Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow
2009 – Stadio Olimpico, Rome
2010 – Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid
2011 – Wembley Stadium, London
2012 – Allianz Arena, Munich
2013 – Wembley Stadium, London
2014 – Estadio da Luz, Lisbon
2015 – Olympiastadion, Berlin
2016 – San Siro, Milan
2017 – Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
2018 – NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium, Kyiv
2019 – Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid
2020 – Estadio da Luz, Lisbon
2021 - Estádio do Dragão, Porto
2022 - Stade de France, Saint-Denis
2023 - Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul
2024 - Wembley Stadium, London
2025 - Allianz Arena, Munich
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