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Let the 70th edition of the UEFA Champions League commence. This time, there’s a few changes.
The league has expanded to 36 teams this season, changing from group play to league play and resulting in 189 total matches. Beginning in September and concluding in May, this is going to be a long but exciting season as Europe’s best clubs compete for the cup.
Real Madrid is the favorite entering the 2024-25 season after claiming their 15th overall title last year and their second in three competitions. But Manchester City is poised to make a run for the title once again, what would be just their second ever after claiming it in 2023. Then again, finals host city Munich would stop at nothing to see home team Bayern Munich hoist the championship in May.
There’s a lot to watch as the Champions League kicks off, but the there’s only one match fans are waiting for. The finals are set for May 31 in Germany, and the line to get into the game is already out the door as one of the toughest sporting competition tickets to get your hands on.
Fortunately, the Sporting News has your guide for everything from tickets to stadium policies for the UEFA Champions League Final.
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UEFA Champions League Final tickets: How to buy
Tickets for the Champions League Final will be available for supporters of participating clubs as well as through a ballot draw. Applications for the ballot are not yet open, but those interested can keep an eye on UEFA’s official website for information.
However, not everyone will be successful through the ballot. Those that do not get tickets can find passes on third-party sellers like StubHub International once passes are distributed. Finals tickets are not yet available, but you can find tickets now for every Champions League match.
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How much are UEFA Champions League Final tickets?
UEFA categorized tickets in different areas of the stadium so there’s a price for everyone.
For the 2024 final in London, the ‘Fans First’ category, dedicated to fans of participating teams, was priced at £60. Category 3 was at £160, Category 2 was at £430 while Category 1 cost £610.
Those who choose to go through StubHub International may find tickets for more or less than face value.
UEFA Champions League teams, schedule 2024-25
For the first time, the UCL will have 36 teams compete, increased from 32 in previous seasons.
Here’s how the pots played out at the draw for the 2024-25 season.
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Pot 1
- Real Madrid
- Manchester City
- Bayern Munich
- Paris Saint-Germain
- Liverpool
- Inter
- Dortmund
- Leipzig
- Barcelona
Pot 2
- Leverkusen
- Atlético De Madrid
- Atalanta
- Juventus
- Benfica
- Arsenal
- Club Brugge
- Shakhtar Donetsk
- AC Milan
Pot 3
- Feyenoord
- Sporting CP
- PSV Eindhoven
- GNK Dinamo
- Salzburg
- Lille
- Crvena Zvezda
- Young Boys
- Celtic
Pot 4
- Slovan Bratislava
- Monaco
- Sparta Praha
- Aston Villa
- Bologna
- Girona
- Stuttgart
- Sturm Graz
- Brest
UEFA Champions League format 2024-25
This year, the Champions League has adapted a new format, which includes expanding from 32 to 36 teams with clubs organized into four groups of nine. Each club will face eight different teams with four matches at home and four on the road.
To make the final, teams must finish league play as a top-16 seed. The top eight automatically advance to the Round of 16 while those finishing ninth to 24th will play in the knockout stage, which will be played in February.
The Round of 16 will commence in March while the quarterfinals take place in April and semifinals in April and May.
Additionally, teams that finish in the bottom 12 of league stage will not drop into the Europa League, instead eliminated from European competition for that season.
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UEFA Champions League Final 2025 date, city
The 2025 UCL Finals will be held at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, home of Bayern Munich.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Allianz Arena has hosted the finals just one other time, in 2012, when Chelsea beat home team Bayern Munich on penalties.
Allianz Arena seat map, capacity
Allianz Arena has a capacity of 75,024, the second-biggest stadium in Germany. Home to Bayern Munich, the staidum is the first in the world with a completely color-changing exterior.
How to get to Allianz Arena
Fans are welcome to take cars, bikes and taxis to Allianz Arena, but the city’s extensive public transportation options offers affordable, easy ways to get to the stadium.
Fans can get to Allianz Arena using the Münchner Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund (MVV), the city’s transport authority. The easiest way to get to the stadium is on the train. You need to get to Marienplatz, a central transfer hub, then take the U6 underground line towards Garching-Hochbrück to the Fröttmaning stop, which takes about 15 minutes. Then, you can walk across the Esplanade to get to Allianz Arena.
Fans should visit the MVV website for more directions, traffic reports and timetables and how to get tickets for MVV services.
For those who prefer driving, there are about 9,800 parking spaces available nearby.
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FAQs
Where is Allianz Arena?
Allianz Arena is located in the northern area of Munich’s Fröttmaning neighborhood. It’s located at Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 25, 80939 München, Germany.
Where do I enter at Allianz Arena?
It is recommended that guests enter Allianz Arena nearest their seats through the gates in their section. Entrances are located on the north, south, east and west parts of the stadium.
Can I exit and re-enter Allianz Arena?
No, fans who exit Allianz Arena after scanning their ticket are not allowed to re-enter the stadium.
Are flags and banners allowed at Allianz Arena?
Yes, spectators can bring props like flags and banners into the arena so long as they do not contain forbidden or discriminating symbols in accordance with Germany laws. For exact sizes, specifications and a list of Allianz Arena’s prohibited items, click here.
Does Allianz Arena have wi-fi?
Yes, Allianz Arena has a wi-fi network fans can access.
Does Allianz Arena sell alcohol?
Yes, Allianz Arena sells a handful of beers as well as soft drinks. All beverages are served in reusable cups with a €3 deposit charge. The cups can be returned to drink stands in exchange for the deposit fee.
Airports near Munich, Germany
Munich Airport (MUC) is the region’s major international airport, but those coming in from out of town can fly into Nuremberg Airport (NUE) which is 178.2 kilometers away from Munich or Stuttgart Airport (STR) at 221 kilometers.
Where is UEFA Champions League Final in 2026?
The Champions League has selected Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary, as the host site for the 2026 UCL Finals. The stadium was built in 2019 and has a capacity of 67,215.
Who won the UEFA Champions League in 2024?
Real Madrid won the 2024 Champions League Finals, defeating Dortmund 2-0 at Wembley Stadium.
