The Mercedes-Benz Arena is one of seven possible venues for the 2019 UEFA Europa League final. The announcement has now been officially presented by the European Football Federation.
The German Football Federation (DFB) has officially applied to host the competition final and will make a final decision between Stuttgart and Frankfurt as their definitive final location by June 6th, 2017. The executive committee of UEFA will announce their ultimate decision in September 2017.
Stefan Heim, VfB Director of Finances, Administration and Operations:
"We have proven on several occasions that Stuttgart is an exceptional host, such as during last summer’s U19 UEFA European Championships in a capacity filled Mercedes-Benz Arena. Now we are hoping to get the nod from approval to host the 2019 UEFA Europa League Finales 2019."