Ireland and the UK look set to be confirmed as hosts of Euro 2028.
It's after Turkey withdrew its application for the tournament.
I am absolutely delighted that Casement Park looks set to host Euro 2028 Championship games as the joint bid between Ireland and Britain is to go unopposed.
This is an opportunity of a lifetime.
The hosting of this prestigious tournament would grow our economy, create jobs,… pic.twitter.com/RcbcfvypRS
— Michelle O’Neill (@moneillsf) October 4, 2023
UEFA, the governing body of football in Europe, has confirmed Turkey has withdrawn its bid, instead opting to host the 2032 edition of the tournament with Italy.
It means Ireland and the UK are the only remaining bidders for Euro 2028.
The Aviva Stadium in Dublin, and the yet to be built Casement Park in Belfast are two of the ten confirmed venues for the combined Irish and UK bid.
There's also six stadiums in England, Hampden Park in Scotland and the Cardiff National Stadium in Wales.
Hosting duties of both the 2028 and 2032 tournaments still require the approval of UEFA's Executive Committee at its meeting in Switzerland next Tuesday.
Casement Park
There's an elephant in the room when it comes to Casement Park though. As mentioned, it hasn't been built yet.
The SDLP party in the North has called for movement on that issue.
Sports spokesperson, Justin McNulty, says it has been "left dormant," for too long.
He continued, "this stadium will be a game changer and a fitting state of the art new home for Ulster GAA."
"I hope that everyone will come together and do whatever’s necessary to make this happen.”
