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FAW “declares interest” in staging UWCL Final
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) confirms its intention to submit a formal bid to UEFA to host the 2027 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Having submitted a declaration of interest to host the 2027 final, the FAW bid will be developed in collaboration with the Principality Stadium and local partners including Cardiff Council, highlighting a shared commitment to bringing the prestigious event to Wales.
Cardiff has a proven track record of hosting major international sporting events, including the 2017 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final at Cardiff City Stadium and the 2017 UEFA Champions League Final at the Principality Stadium. These events underscored the city’s ability to stage world class sporting spectacles. The Principality Stadium, in particular, has welcomed some of the biggest occasions in sport, including the Rugby World Cup, Heineken Champions Cup, English FA Cup Finals, and regular international football and rugby matches.
As part of Wales’ growing portfolio of major football events, the FAW will also host the UEFA U19 Championship in 2026, with matches held at venues across North Wales. Additionally, Wales will co-
The UEFA Women’s Champions League Final is one of the most prestigious events in European football, and securing the 2027 final for Cardiff would be a momentous achievement for Wales. Hosting this event would serve as a catalyst for the continued development of women’s football in the country, inspiring a new generation of players, coaches, and supporters while amplifying the visibility of the sport nationwide.
The FAW, alongside its partners, is committed to submitting a compelling and competitive bid to UEFA. Its ambition is to deliver an unforgettable final that not only celebrates the best of women’s football but also leave a lasting legacy for women’s and girls football in Wales.
The following expressions of interest were also received by UEFA:
The declarations of interest are not binding, and the final proposals must be delivered with the bid dossiers by 19 March 2025. The UEFA Executive Committee will appoint the host associations of the final in May 2025.
(Source: faw.cymru)