Newcastle announced as a host for Euros 2028
Newcastle is beginning preparations to host 5 games during the Euros in 2028
Newcastle is beginning preparations to host 5 games during the Euros in 2028.
As part of the build up to the first game on June 9th 2028, UEFA has revealed that five games during the tournament will be held at the iconic St James’ Park – four group games and one Last 16 game.
The news came as Newcastle City Council and UEFA joined together to officially launch the tournament and unveil the host city logo for Newcastle.
The evening also saw the Tyne Bridge and Civic Centre lit up blue, one of the tournament colours.
Cllr Karen Kilgour, Leader of Newcastle City Council, said: “The announcement that Newcastle will host five UEFA EURO 2028 matches is absolutely fantastic news for our city. We’re a football-mad city, and as Newcastle United has shown, the atmosphere at St James’ Park makes it one of the most exciting grounds to play at in
the country. Visiting fans love coming here, and we can’t wait to welcome supporters from across Europe to our wonderful city.
“As a lifelong Newcastle United supporter and season ticket holder, I’m thrilled that international football will be coming to St James’ Park on such a major scale. We all remember the excitement of Euro ’96, but UEFA EURO 2028 promises to be even bigger and better.
“I’m also delighted to see the official host city logo unveiled. The Tyne Bridge is such an iconic symbol for Newcastle. It represents not only our city, but our pride, our spirit, and our warm welcome to visitors. Seeing it featured in this way is truly special.
“We’ve all seen how visiting fans can transform our city during major tournaments, and I can’t wait to see the famous fan walks to St James’ Park and the atmosphere they’ll bring.
“We’re determined to play our part in creating a tournament to remember, one that will be brilliant both on and off the pitch. Euro 2028 will be an unforgettable summer of football, for players, supporters, and everyone across our communities.
“This is about more than football, it’s about showcasing Newcastle on the international stage. Hosting UEFA EURO 2028 will bring a huge boost to our local economy, with hundreds of thousands of fans bringing millions of pounds into our city, supporting local businesses, and helping to attract investment. It will have a lasting impact, inspiring communities and creating opportunities for years to come. I can't wait!”
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness said: “We’re a region with football in the blood so fans will be excited to know we’ll be staging five UEFA EURO 28 games in Newcastle. I’m sure like me everyone will be wondering and guessing which teams will be coming to St James’s Park.
“The fact we’ve brought five Euro 28 games to Newcastle is good news for the whole region. We’re going to make sure we offer a true North East welcome so visiting fans can use this region as their base for the tournament, because that’s going to be a big boost to people who work in our hotels and restaurants.
“Most of all I want Euro 28 to inspire boys and girls all over the North East to get into football, with all the joy that brings. We’re going to make this the UK’s first Region of Sport and that’s about bringing world-class events to the North East and the spark that can fire with our children: Maybe the Lucy Bronze or Dan Burns of the future will start their journey watching a game at St James’ Park in 2028 then pulling on their boots for a kick-around.”
The tournament will feature 51 matches overall involving 24 teams across 31 days with the home nations playing all group games in front of own fans if they qualify.
The five dates for games at St James’ Park are:
Group games:
· Monday 12th June 2028
· Thursday 15th June 2028
· Saturday 17th June 2028
· Tuesday 20th June 2028
Last 16 game:
· Sunday 25th June 2028