Arsenal will defeat Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals and advance to the 2026 Champions League final. Express Sport brings you everything you need to know about the final…
When? The final will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026. In a change of tradition, kick-off is scheduled for an earlier time of 5pm (BST). Previously, the final kicked off at 8pm, but where? Arsenal will play at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. The stadium was only built in 2019 and can hold 67,215 fans, but how many tickets will Arsenal get? Arsenal will distribute approximately 17,200 tickets to supporters. Overall, of the 61,400 seats, 39,000 are allocated for fans and the public. How much do tickets cost? General tickets have previously been sold through a UEFA lottery, with prices ranging from £60 to £823. For last year’s final, category 4 ‘fans first’ tickets for fans of both teams cost around £77, but this has increased to £155 for category 3, £561 for category 2 and £820 for category 1. How do I buy tickets? Arsenal fans are encouraged to purchase tickets directly through the club’s official channels. Supporters are typically prioritized based on their membership status and the ‘loyalty points’ they have earned by attending previous matches. How can I avoid counterfeit tickets? There will be no paper tickets for this year’s Champions League final. To prevent scalping and ensure tickets end up in the hands of genuine fans, UEFA will only distribute tickets via the UEFA Mobile Tickets app. Fans have been warned not to use ticket resale sites, so how can they still watch? In the UK, the match will be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Coverage is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. and can be streamed live through the HBO app. Who will Arsenal face? Arsenal, who defeated Atletico Madrid, will face either PSG or Bayern Munich. PSG are the defending champions in 2025, while Bayern Munich are aiming for their seventh title.
