It is the first time the club will hold a major tournament fixture since the 1966 World Cup
The city of Liverpool will give fans “something truly memorable to celebrate” as it was confirmed Everton Stadium will form part of the UK and Ireland’s hosting of UEFA EURO 2028.
The city’s political leaders have expressed their delight at the 52,888 seater stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock being part of the bid and the potential impact it could have for Liverpool.READ MORE: City centre trams could be considered again under Labour government reveals Metro Mayor The five-nation bid had run unopposed for the last six days after rivals Turkey withdrew to launch a joint bid with Italy for the following finals in 2032 with no opposition for that tournament. Everton last hosted a tournament fixture during the 1966 World Cup when footballing greats Eusebio and Pele graced the Goodison Park pitch.
“UEFA EURO 2028 in Liverpool is going to be much more than games taking place on the pitch. We’ll develop a programme that will involve the whole city and wider Liverpool City Region that will give fans and visitors something truly memorable to celebrate.”
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