All the 2025/26 Football Finals: Dates & Venues Revealed

September 28, 2025 Kris Isaksen

The 2025/26 season is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for football, with a packed calendar of domestic and international finals. From Wembley to MetLife Stadium, fans can now mark their calendars for the biggest showdowns across Europe and beyond.

World Cup Final – 19 July 2026, MetLife Stadium

The grandest stage in world football returns in the summer of 2026, with the FIFA World Cup hosted across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, bringing the tournament to a dramatic close in front of tens of thousands of fans.

Europa Conference League Final – 27 May 2026, Red Bull Arena

UEFA’s third-tier competition has grown in prestige, and next year’s final will take place in Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena. Chelsea completed their European set by winning last season, proving the tournament’s growing relevance among Europe’s top clubs.

Europa League Final – 20 May 2026, Besiktas Stadium

The Europa League final will be staged in Istanbul at the Besiktas Stadium. Tottenham’s win last season gave them a long-awaited trophy and showed the importance of the competition, with Champions League qualification on the line.

Champions League Final – 30 May 2026, Puskas Arena

The jewel of European club football, the Champions League final, heads to Budapest’s Puskas Arena. PSG lifted the trophy last time after storming through the knockout rounds, beating several English sides along the way.

Copa del Rey Final – 25 April 2026, Estadio de La Cartuja

Spain’s domestic cup final will be held in April at the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville. Barcelona edged Real Madrid in last season’s thriller, showcasing the fierce rivalry and quality the competition continues to deliver.

Coppa Italia Final – 13 May 2026, Stadio Olimpico

Italy’s Coppa Italia will once again take place at Rome’s iconic Stadio Olimpico. Bologna’s surprise victory last season proved that upsets remain very much alive in this historic competition.

DFB-Pokal Final – 23 May 2026, Olympiastadion Berlin

Germany’s domestic cup final returns to the Olympiastadion in Berlin. VfB Stuttgart triumphed over third-tier Arminia Bielefeld in 2025, preventing a historic giant-killing in last year’s showdown.

Coupe de France Final – 23 May 2026, Stade de France

The Stade de France in Saint-Denis remains the home of the Coupe de France final. PSG’s 3-0 win over Reims last season extended their record haul in the competition to 16 titles.

Championship Play-Off Final – 23 May 2026, Wembley Stadium

Often dubbed the richest game in football, the Championship play-off final stays at Wembley for 2026. With Premier League promotion – and its financial rewards – at stake, it's always a must-watch encounter.

FA Cup Final – 16 May 2026, Wembley Stadium

The FA Cup final, a cornerstone of English football tradition, returns to Wembley in mid-May. Crystal Palace stunned Manchester City last time out to end their long wait for silverware.

Carabao Cup Final – 22 March 2026, Wembley Stadium

The first major domestic final of the English season, the Carabao Cup final is set for late March. Newcastle beat Liverpool in last season’s showpiece, with goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealing the win.