Dublin · Republic of Ireland
Aviva Stadium
The only host venue outside Great Britain, Dublin’s modern national stadium hosts the Republic of Ireland’s group games if they qualify, plus a Round of 16 and a Quarter-Final.
The Aviva Stadium – also known as the Dublin Arena – replaced the old Lansdowne Road in 2010 on the same site in the Ballsbridge district of Dublin. Built at a cost of around €410 million and designed by Populous (the same firm behind the new Wembley), it is a dual-purpose stadium used by both the Republic of Ireland football team and the Irish rugby union team.
It holds the distinction of hosting the 2011 UEFA Europa League final, in which Porto beat Braga 1-0 in an all-Portuguese affair. A second Europa League final is possible in the future given Dublin’s growing reputation as a major sports event host.
For Euro 2028, Dublin is the busiest venue after Wembley in terms of match count – hosting five group stage matches, a Round of 16, and a Quarter-Final. The Republic of Ireland’s group games will all be played here if they qualify. Uniquely for this tournament, getting to Dublin requires either a flight or a ferry – there is no rail connection from the UK mainland.
Euro 2028 fixtures at Aviva Stadium
| Date | Round | Match | Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 10 Jun | Group B | Group B3 vs Group B4 | |
| Mon 12 Jun | Group E | Group E1 vs Group E2 | |
| Mon 16 Jun | Group E | Group E1 vs Group E3 | |
| Thu 19 Jun | Group B | Group B2 vs Group B3 | |
| Sat 21 Jun | Group E | Group E4 vs Group E1 | |
| Fri 27 Jun | Round of 16 | Group E winners vs Third place A/B/C/D | |
| Sun 30 Jun | Quarter-Final | Glasgow R16 winners vs Tottenham R16 winners |
*Group stage slots show position in group – actual teams confirmed after the 2027 final draw. Kick-off times to be confirmed.
Getting to Aviva Stadium
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Lansdowne Road (DART) 2-minute walk. The DART commuter rail stops directly outside the stadium. Trains run from Dublin City Centre (Connolly, Tara Street, Pearse) in under 10 minutes.
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Sandymount or Havelock Square (Luas) A 15-minute walk from the Luas tram stops, connecting to Dublin city centre.
Where to stay near Aviva Stadium
Ballsbridge is right next to the stadium. Dublin city centre is a short DART ride away for more bar and restaurant options.
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