St James' Park and the Stadium of Light have both been included on the initial shortlist for the UK and Ireland's bid to host Euro 2028. The proposed selections have been confirmed in a Preliminary Bid Dossier which was submitted on Wednesday, and included a shortlist of 14 venues.
The North East could play host to two stadiums for the European Championships, with the homes of Newcastle United and Sunderland both selected. The list currently comprises of nine venues in England, two in the Republic of Ireland and one apiece in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
The shortlist will be whittled down to 10 stadia and submitted to UEFA in April of next year following further consultations. The UK and Ireland are considered the favourites to be named the hosts of Euro 2028, although Turkey have also lodged an application earlier this year.
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The statement co-signed by the Football Associations for England, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scotland Wales reads: "Our compact plan and pioneering, multi-partner collaboration can usher in a new era for the EURO. Through the latest digital and marketing innovations, we will help UEFA and its partners engage new audiences and the world’s youth to extend the impact and reach of the tournament further than ever before.
"Our stadia concept includes a proposed shortlist of 14 venues in famous sporting cities known throughout the world, including destinations that are home to clubs with great European football history and heritage. The plan ensures that all our proposed cities and stadia are connected by direct, quick and sustainable travel links and accommodation that will provide an unrivalled experience for teams and fans."
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