Cardiff · Wales
Principality Stadium
Wales’ national stadium opens Euro 2028 on 9 June and returns for the quarter-final – right in the centre of Cardiff, a few minutes from the station.
The Principality Stadium – known as the National Stadium of Wales – sits right in the heart of Cardiff, built on the site of Cardiff Arms Park. Opened in 1999 to host the Rugby World Cup, it has become one of the most versatile major stadiums in Europe, with a retractable roof that allows it to host events in almost any weather.
For football, it has a strong track record: it hosted FA Cup and League Cup finals while Wembley was being rebuilt between 2001 and 2006, and staged the 2017 UEFA Champions League final, in which Real Madrid beat Juventus 4-1.
For Euro 2028, Cardiff has the most prominent role of any stadium outside Wembley – hosting the tournament’s opening match on 9 June, three further group stage games, a Round of 16 tie, and a quarter-final. Its location makes it uniquely walkable: Cardiff Central station is five minutes from the gates.
Euro 2028 fixtures at Principality Stadium
| Date | Round | Match | Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 9 Jun | Opening Match | Group A1 vs Group A2 | |
| Sat 14 Jun | Group A | Group A1 vs Group A3 | |
| Wed 18 Jun | Group A | Group A4 vs Group A1 | |
| Sat 21 Jun | Group F | Group F2 vs Group F3 | |
| Mon 24 Jun | Round of 16 | Group A winners vs Group C runners-up | |
| Tue 1 Jul | Quarter-Final | Manchester R16 winners vs Liverpool 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 Principality Stadium
-
Cardiff Central (all main lines) 5-minute walk via Westgate Street. Direct trains from London Paddington (~2h), Bristol, Swansea, and the Welsh valleys.
-
City centre bus stops Extensive bus services from across Cardiff and the surrounding area stop within easy walking distance.
Where to stay near Principality Stadium
The city centre puts the stadium within walking distance. Cathays is a short bus ride out for better value.
Hotel prices powered by Stay22. See our full Cardiff accommodation guide.