The Football Association of Ireland has formally submitted a bid to host the 2029 UEFA Women’s Champions League final at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, adding Ireland to a competitive field that includes Wales, France, and Switzerland.
The FAI filed its preliminary bid with UEFA on February 4, 2026. The Irish government confirmed its backing for the effort on June 3, 2026, giving the candidacy the political support that UEFA typically weighs during its evaluation process.
Why Dublin thinks it can win
The Aviva Stadium, with a capacity of 51,700, is no stranger to major international sporting events. It serves as the home ground for Irish rugby and football, and its infrastructure has been tested repeatedly at the highest level.
Players from the Irish women’s national team publicly endorsed the bid in April 2026.
