The final of this seasons Champions League in Budapest will kick off at 6:00 pm local time rather than 21:00 pm to enhance the matchday experience, UEFA announced on Thursday.
The 2026 final will be played at the Puskas Arena on Saturday, May 30.
An earlier kick-off makes day trips more feasible, reduces travel stress, and allows fans to enjoy the occasion without worrying about late-night logistics, said Ronan Evain, executive director for Football Supporters Europe, which worked on the subject with UEFA.