Republic of Ireland
Dublin
The only host city outside Great Britain, Dublin hosts seven Euro 2028 matches at the Aviva Stadium – second only to Wembley in match count.
Dublin is the only Euro 2028 host city outside Great Britain, and it carries one of the busiest schedules of the tournament. The Aviva Stadium – built in 2010 on the site of the old Lansdowne Road – hosts seven matches: five group stage games, a Round of 16 tie, and a Quarter-Final, second only to Wembley in total fixtures.
All four of Group E’s matches are played here, meaning the Republic of Ireland’s group games will all be at home if they qualify. The stadium previously hosted the 2011 UEFA Europa League final, and its riverside setting in the Ballsbridge district is one of the most attractive in the tournament.
Getting to Dublin is genuinely different from the other seven cities – there’s no rail link from the UK mainland, so it’s a flight or ferry either way. Once there, Dublin’s compact city centre, traditional pubs, and famously warm welcome make it one of the most popular stops on any multi-city trip.
Dublin’s venue
Aviva Stadium
Dublin’s modern national stadium hosts all of Group E, a Round of 16 tie, and a Quarter-Final – the busiest venue at the tournament after Wembley.
Full Venue GuideWhere to base yourself
A few areas worth knowing, depending on how close to the action you want to be.
Ballsbridge
Right next to the Aviva Stadium itself – the most direct option on matchday.
City Centre
Dublin’s bars and restaurants, a short DART ride from the ground.
Portobello
Good value with a strong local feel, a short journey from the stadium.