UEFA Champions League final and Istanbul statement

British media claimed that UEFA officials met with the Portuguese coaches and were in talks for the Champions League final, which was planned to be played in Istanbul, to be played in Lisbon. UEFA made a statement to the German press on the subject.

In the Daily Mail story, UEFA was in talks to move the Champions League final to Lisbon’s Light Stadium, in the event of riots in Istanbul following Turkey’s presidential election. In the news, “Manchester City and Inter Milan are listed as favorites for the final at the Atatürk Stadium on June 10. However, there are concerns that there could be civil unrest if Recep’s 20-year reign Tayyip Erdogan comes to an end in the May 14 elections.” Statements were included.

Estadio da Luz (Stadium of Lights) in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal.

“UEFA WANTED TO CHANGE BUT…”

In the news, which mentions that the Champions League final was held in Istanbul twice, “UEFA will be extremely reticent, as they had to move the final, which is the biggest event in European football, from Istanbul two times. times in 2020 and 2021 due to Covid, but fans will be extremely reluctant. You may have to consider making a change at the last minute, as your safety is a priority.” information has been given.

UEFA President Alexander Ceferin. Photo: DepoPhotos.

ISTANBUL AND THE UEFA FINAL STATEMENT

UEFA officials, who made a statement to German news agency ‘Deutschen Presse-Agentur’ after the allegations, said: “The Champions League final will be played in Istanbul on June 10, 2023, as per certain. UEFA has not had any discussion to the contrary with any political institution, government or national football federation.” he commented.

Ataturk Olympic Stadium. Photo: DepoPhotos.