Arsenal will distribute 16,824 tickets for the Champions League final exclusively through a mobile app. This decision aims to prevent scalping and ensure that genuine fans receive access to the tickets.
Key facts:
- The final will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.
- Kick-off is scheduled for 5pm BST.
- The Puskás Aréna has a total capacity of 67,215 fans.
- Ticket prices will range from €70 to €950.
- All tickets will be issued as 100% Mobile Digital Tickets.
Arsenal’s ticket allocation comes as they advance to the final after defeating Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals. UEFA has implemented this mobile ticketing system to combat scalping effectively.
Ticket sales will occur via the UEFA ticketing portal. There will be no paper tickets issued for this match, marking a significant shift in how major events are managed.
UEFA stated, “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.” This move reflects growing concerns over ticket fraud and unauthorized reselling.
