Champions League Final 2026: All You Need to Know
The UEFA Champions League final for the 2025-26 season is fast approaching, with the showpiece event scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026. Football fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the clash at the iconic Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary, a venue named after the legendary Hungarian striker Ferenc Puskas.
Date, Venue and Location
The final will be held at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. The stadium, which opened in 2019, has a capacity of over 67,000 and has previously hosted major matches, including games during the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament.
Kick-off Time
Kick-off is set for 5pm local time (6pm CEST). UEFA has moved away from the traditional 8pm local time slot to enhance the matchday experience for fans, teams, and the host city.
Ticket Information
General public tickets were available through a UEFA ballot, with prices ranging from £60 (€70) for 'Fans First' seats to £823 (€950) for Category 1. Each finalist will receive an allocation of approximately 17,200 tickets to distribute to their supporters following the semi-finals.
UK TV Channel and Coverage
In the United Kingdom, the final will be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Coverage is expected to begin at 4pm local time (5pm CEST), one hour before kick-off.
Live Stream Information
UK fans can stream the game live via the HBO app, requiring a sign-in on a compatible device. The final is also often streamed for free on YouTube.
How to Watch in the US
In the United States, the match will be broadcast in English on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+. Spanish-language coverage will be available on Univision and TUDN, which can also be streamed via Fubo.
Possible Finalists
Paris Saint-Germain hold a 5-4 aggregate lead over Bayern Munich heading into the second leg. Meanwhile, Arsenal face Atletico Madrid after a 1-1 draw in the first leg, with the return match taking place in London. The finalists will be decided after the second leg matches.
