Leader of Haringey Council Cllr Peray Ahmet has released a statement on the announcement that the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is one of the venues included in the UK and Ireland’s bid to host UEFA EURO 2028.
Today, the UK and Ireland final bid to host UEFA EURO 2028 has been submitted. The bid is a detailed plan that shows how our nations are collaborating to stage an historic football festival for all of Europe and take the tournament to new heights.
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in Haringey is one of the 10 stadia included as host venues in the bid.
The Leader of Haringey Council, Cllr Peray Ahmet, said the following in response to the news:
“I’m thrilled to be able to share the news that the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has been named as one of the venues for the UK and Ireland’s bid to host UEFA EURO 2028. We’re proud to have such a world-class sporting venue here in Haringey, and we’re excited about the benefits that a major event like this would bring to our local businesses and residents.
“We are proud of our diverse communities in Haringey, and hosting matches in this borough will attract tens of thousands of people, providing a unique opportunity to showcase our outstanding offer in food, night-time economy and culture. This event would further cement Haringey’s place as one of the premier destinations in London.”