Overview

• The men’s final on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Puskas Arena will start at 18:00 CET, three hours earlier than recent editions.
• UEFA says an earlier finish will improve public transport access, make attendance easier for families and children, and let fans enjoy the evening in the host city.
• The change followed consultations with Football Supporters Europe, whose executive director Ronan Evain said it makes day trips more feasible and reduces travel stress.
• UEFA says the timing better fits a global broadcast window with an emphasis on reaching younger audiences.
• Puskas Arena in Budapest holds just under 70,000 spectators and previously hosted the 2023 Europa League final.