Europa League Final tickets 2025: How to buy, prices, fixtures and more for UEFA match in Bilbao

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The 2024-25 European football season is coming to an end, but that means the most exciting part of the season is just around the corner. The Europa League Final will kick off in a matter of days, 21 May, to be exact, from the heart of Basque Country in Bilbao.

Not only does the winner get to hoist the Europa League trophy for a whole year, they will also be promoted to the Champions League the following year, making the stakes worth the effort.

Last year, history was made at Atalanta earned the club's first Europa trophy. What kind of record-breakers will emerge at this year's final? Only time will tell.

BUY NOW: Get tickets to the Europa League Final on StubHub International

It all goes down at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao. Whether you're an avid supporter of participating teams or a casual football enjoyer, there's only one place to be when the Europa League trophy is finally hoisted.

Here's your guide for everything to know to get tickets to the finals, including how to buy tickets, match start time, a stadium guide and more.

Europa League Final 2025 tickets: How to buy

Tickets to the Europa League Finals are available in three ways: to fans of participating clubs as well as through a ballot draw. However, the ballot application is closed, and public tickets have already been distributed.

Now, the only way to snag passes to the match are through third-party sites like StubHub International. Fans should be advised that purchasing passes through secondary sites are not guaranteed to be authentic by UEFA.

How much are Europa League Final 2025 tickets?

UEFA categorizes tickets in different areas of the stadium so there's a price for everyone. Those who choose to go through StubHub International may find tickets for more or less than face value.

Currently, Category 3 tickets cost at least £1,430, Category 2 £1,130, Category 1 £1,350 and Prime Seats £1,800.

Click the link below to view the latest prices and availability. 

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Europa League pots, fixture 2025

This Europa League sees 36 teams, divided into four groups of nine, compete for the title. After the group stage, where every team plays eight matches, the top eight overall squads automatically advance to the Round of 16 while the remaining clubs compete in the knockout phase playoffs.

Here's how the pots were divided entering this year's Europa League. Click here to view a complete breakdown of fixtures and results.

Pot 1

  • Roma (ITA)
  • Manchester United (ENG)
  • Porto (POR)
  • Ajax (NED)
  • Rangers (SCO)
  • Frankfurt (GER)
  • Lazio (ITA)
  • Tottenham (ENG)
  • Slavia Praha (CZE)

Pot 2

  • Real Sociedad (ESP)
  • AZ Alkmaar (NED)
  • Braga (POR)
  • Olympiacos (GRE)
  • Lyon (FRA)
  • PAOK (GRE)
  • Fenerbahçe (TUR)
  • M. Tel-Aviv (ISR)
  • Ferencváros (HUN)

MORE: Which teams qualified for Europa League knockouts?

Pot 3

  • Qarabağ (AZE)
  • Galatasaray (TUR)
  • Viktoria Plzeň (CZE)
  • Bodø/Glimt (NOR)
  • Union SG (BEL)
  • Dynamo Kyiv (UKR)
  • Ludogorets (BUL)
  • Midtjylland (DEN)
  • Malmö (SWE)

Pot 4

  • Athletic Club (ESP)
  • Hoddenheim (GER)
  • Nice (FRA)
  • Anderlecht (BEL)
  • Twete (NED)
  • Beşiktaş (TUR)
  • FCSB (ROU)
  • RFS (LVA)
  • Elfsborg (SWE)

When is the 2025 Europa League Final?

  • Date: Wednesday, 21 May
  • Time: 21:00 CET
  • Venue: San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain

The 2025 Europa League Final will take place at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain. Kickoff is set for Wednesday, 21 May at 21:00 CET.

San Mamés Stadium seat map

San Mamés Stadium was officially inaugurated in September 2013, replacing the "old" San Mamés Stadium. With a capacity of 53,331, the venue is the seventh largest stadium in Spain. Estadio San Mamés is home to Athletic Bilbao.

You can view all the stadium policies for the 2025 Europa League Final here.

San Mames Stadium seat map

Stadium Database

Europa League Final winner history

SeasonWinner
2023-24Atalanta
2022-23Sevilla (7)
2021-22Eintracht Frankfurt (2)
2020-21Villarreal
2019-20Sevilla (6)
2018-19Chelsea (2)
2017-18Atlético Madrid (3)
2016-17Manchester United
2015-16Sevilla (5)
2014-15Sevilla (4)
2013-14Sevilla (3)
2012-13Chelsea
2011-12Atlético Madrid (2)
2010-11Porto (2)
2009-10Atlético Madrid

FAQs

Who won the 2024 Europa League Final?

Atalanta won the 2024 Europa League Final, beating Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 to earn its first title in the tournament.

Where is the 2026 Europa League Final?

Istanbul, Turkey, will host the 2026 Europa League Final at Beşiktaş Stadium. The match will be played on 20 May 2026. 

How to get to San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao

San Mamés Stadium is located at P.º Rafael Moreno "Pitxitxi", s/n, Puerta 26, Basurto-Zorroza, 48013 Bilbao, Biscay,

There are multiple ways for fans to get to the venue on public transportation using the metro, bus, tram or local parking. Click here to see the best ways to get to Estadio San Mamés.

MORE: Breaking down Premier League qualifications for 2025

What is the San Mamés Stadium bag policy?

Bags must be smaller than size A4 to be allowed into the stadium.

Are flags and banners allowed at San Mamés Stadium?

Yes, fans can bring flagpoles to San Mamés Stadium so long as they are a maximum of 1m long and 1cm in diameters. Additionally, flags and banners must not be larger than 2. by 1.5m.

What is the San Mamés Stadium alcohol policy?

The sale of alcoholic drinks at San Mamés Stadium is prohibited in accordance with Spanish law.

Airports near Bilbao, Spain

It is recommended that those flying into Bilbao, Spain, use Bilbao Airport (BIO) for travel.

Tourist attractions in Bilbao, Spain

Located in the heart of Basque Country, Bilbao is known for its landscapes, art and extraordinary architecture. 

The Guggenheim Museum, a museum of modern and contemporary art, is the city's most well-known attraction. Other popular attractions include the Azkuna Zentroa, a cultural and leisure center in the heart of the city; the Funicular de Artxanda, a railway on top of Mount Artxanda, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area; the Ribera Market; Santiago Cathedral; Bilbao Town Hall; and Bilbao Museum of Fine Arts.

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