UEFA Releases 2025 European Football Calendar: Key Dates

In a major announcement, UEFA has unveiled the comprehensive match and draw schedule for all European football competitions in 2025. The calendar covers the Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, and other tournaments, offering fans a roadmap of the season’s most anticipated events.

Key Dates for UEFA Competitions

• Champions League: The 2025/26 season kicks off with the first qualifying round on July 8/9, 2025. The league stage begins on September 16-18, 2025, and culminates in the final on May 30, 2026, in Budapest.

• Europa League: The new season starts on July 10, 2025, with qualifiers. The league phase begins on September 24/25, 2025, and concludes with the final on May 20, 2026, in Istanbul.

• Conference League: Matches commence on July 10, 2025. The league stage begins October 2, 2025, and the final is scheduled for May 27, 2026, in Leipzig.

Women’s EURO 2025

The UEFA Women’s EURO will take place from July 2 to July 27, 2025, in Switzerland. The final is set for July 27 at St. Jakob-Park in Basel.

Other Highlights

The calendar also includes key dates for youth tournaments and futsal competitions:

• UEFA Youth League Final: April 28 in Nyon, Switzerland.

• UEFA Futsal Champions League Final: May 4 in Le Mans, France.

Fans can access the full schedule on UEFA’s official website to stay updated on fixtures and events throughout the year.

With a packed lineup of matches across Europe’s top competitions, football enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to in 2025. Whether it’s club clashes or international tournaments like the Women’s EURO, this year promises unforgettable moments on the pitch.

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