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Arsenal are into the 2026 Champions League final after beating Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals and Express Sport brings you all you need to know about the final...

• When is it? The final takes place on Saturday, May 30, 2026. In a change to tradition, kick-off is scheduled for the earlier time of 5pm BST. Previously the final has kicked off at 8pm.
• Where is it? Arsenal will play at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. The stadium was only built in 2019 and can host 67,215 fans.
• How many tickets will Arsenal get? Arsenal will receive an allocation of approximately 17,200 tickets to distribute to supporters. Overall, of the 61,400 seats available, 39,000 are allocated to fans and the general public.
• How much are tickets? General public tickets were previously sold via a UEFA lottery, with prices ranging from £60 to £823. For last year's final, category 4 'Fans First' tickets for fans of both teams were priced at approximately £77 but Category 3 rose to £155, Category 2 £561 and Category 1 £820.
• How do I buy tickets? Arsenal fans are encouraged to purchase tickets directly through official club channels. Supporters are typically prioritised based on membership status and "loyalty points" earned from attending previous matches.
• How do I avoid fake tickets? There will be no paper tickets for this year's Champions League final. To prevent scalping and make sure tickets end up in the hands of real fans, UEFA will distribute tickets exclusively via the UEFA Mobile Tickets app. Fans are warned against using ticket resale websites.
• How can I watch it? In the UK, the match will be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Coverage is expected to begin at 4pm, and can be streamed live via the HBO app.
• Who will Arsenal play? Having defeated Atletico Madrid, Arsenal will face either PSG or Bayern Munich. PSG are the defending 2025 champions, while Bayern Munich are seeking their seventh title.