The grand final of the 2026 UEFA Europa League, one of the most prestigious tournaments on the European football calendar, will take place at Beşiktaş Park in Istanbul, Turkey. The home stadium of the historic Turkish club will host the decisive match of the competition, once again placing the Ottoman city at the heart of European football.
The final is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, and will feature the two teams that manage to overcome a demanding European season under UEFA’s new competition format. Kickoff is set for 21:00 local time in Spain, maintaining the usual timing for major continental nights.
Beşiktaş Park, with a capacity of approximately 40,000 spectators and located along the Bosphorus, is no stranger to hosting high-profile international events. The venue previously staged the 2019 UEFA Super Cup between Liverpool and Chelsea, a dramatic encounter decided by penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw.
In addition to the prestigious Europa League trophy, the 2025/26 champion will earn a hugely valuable competitive prize: a direct spot in the league phase of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, provided it has not already secured qualification through its domestic league.