UEFA is co-organizing the Finalissima match on March 27 with CONMEBOL, according to reports. The match brings together the champions of Europe and South America. The upcoming fixture is scheduled to be played at the Lusail stadium, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final.
Argentina won the 2022 World Cup final against France on penalties at the Lusail stadium. The only previous edition since its revival in 2022 saw Argentina triumph over Italy 3-0 at Wembley. UEFA hopes the Finalissima match between Argentina and Spain can still be played in Qatar in three weeks, as per sources.
We are aware of the speculation surrounding the Finalissima, given the situation in the region. Discussions are ongoing with the local organizers who have made a huge effort to make the match a success. A final decision is anticipated towards the end of next week.
Qatar is one of several Gulf nations hosting American military bases. A UEFA spokesperson said, 'We are aware of the speculation surrounding the Finalissima, given the situation in the region. Discussions are ongoing with the local organizers who have made a huge effort to make the match a success.
' UEFA has stated that no alternative venues are currently under consideration for the Finalissima, according to the spokesperson. The same spokesperson added, 'At present, there are no alternative venues being considered. ' The specific security concerns or threats prompting the consideration to move the match have not been detailed.
At present, there are no alternative venues being considered. We will not be commenting further until a decision is made.
It remains unclear how the decision will impact ticket holders and logistics for the match.