Russia stripped of Champions League final

Friday 25th February 2022

Russia has been stripped off the rights to host this year's Champions League final due to their invasion of Ukraine.

The final had been due to be played at the Gazprom Arena in St Petersburg. However, the match will now be played at the Stade de France in Paris.

The date of the match will remain unchanged, kicking off at 8pm UK time on Saturday May 28.

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