EURO 2020:’full house’ matches only in Budapest, foreigners need 2 negative tests

European football’s governing body UEFA has announced in an official press release that this summer’s European Championship will be held in front of spectators. Budapest’s aim is for the fans to be able to occupy 100% of the seats in the Puskás Arena during the three group matches and one knockout-stage match, but only if all of the strict entry requirements can be met.

In its communication, UEFA thanked the member associations and the national and local authorities which are working closely with the governing body to ensure the safe return of supporters to stadia. The World Health Organization (WHO) is also involved in order to reduce the risks posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eight host cities have already confirmed

the projected, amended capacity of their stadium based on the pandemic situation and the foreseeable development of vaccinations in their countries by June and July.

Fans travelling abroad to matches must comply with the country’s border-crossing restrictions and rules (including quarantine rules). Host countries don’t typically exempt fans with tickets from these regulations, but four host cities, including Budapest, have announced that the authorities may put in place special procedures to facilitate entry into their countries.