UEFA makes a historic decision! Albania is chosen as one of the host nations for the 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

The Albanian Football Federation welcomes today’s decision by the UEFA Executive Committee, granting Albania the right to be one of the host nations for the 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

This tournament, set to take place in June 2027, will feature 16 teams showcasing Europe’s most outstanding young football talents, including players already competing in top leagues across the continent. As one of the host nations, Albania will have the historic opportunity to be represented by its U-21 generation in a major international tournament for the first time.

The President of the Albanian Football Federation, Armand Duka, stated: “This is a very important decision from UEFA, as the 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship will be more than just a football tournament. It will serve as a catalyst for breaking barriers, strengthening mutual understanding, and creating a more positive future for the people of Albania and Serbia. This tournament will also demonstrate what can be achieved when people come together around a shared goal, inspired by the power of football.”

President Duka added: “This will be the biggest sporting event in Albania’s history. Therefore, it provides us with the opportunity, with UEFA’s support, to modernize stadiums and football infrastructure across the country. Additionally, this tournament will leave a lasting legacy to inspire future generations of players, volunteers, and fans in both nations.”

The two host countries will each welcome eight participating teams, with matches played in the respective host nation until the grand final, which will be held at the “Air Albania Stadium” in Tirana.

This stadium, with a capacity of 22,000 spectators, previously hosted the UEFA Europa Conference League final in 2022. Meanwhile, the other 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship matches in Albania will be played at “Loro Boriçi” Stadium in Shkodër, “Elbasan Arena” in Elbasan, and “Arena Egnatia” in Rrogozhinë.

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