Championship play-off final

The 2027 Championship Play-Off Final is expected to take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday 29 May, with the exact date and kick-off time still awaiting official confirmation. The match will determine the third and final club promoted from the Championship to the Premier League for the 2027/28 season. From 2026/27, the Championship play-offs feature six teams, allowing clubs finishing between third and eighth to compete for promotion. The two eliminator winners advance to two-legged semi-finals against the teams finishing third and fourth, before the remaining sides meet in the final at Wembley. Frequently described as one of the most valuable matches in football, the final can transform the winning club’s finances and sporting prospects through promotion to the Premier League. If the score is level after 90 minutes, extra time and penalties can be used to decide the winner. The participating clubs will not be known until the play-off semi-finals have concluded in May. Most standard tickets are expected to be distributed directly through the two finalists, with each club receiving a dedicated Wembley allocation. Official hospitality may become available earlier, while any additional purchasing options should be checked carefully once the finalists and allocations are confirmed. Demand is normally extremely high, particularly for clubs that have not visited Wembley or competed in the Premier League recently. This guide will be updated with the confirmed date, finalists, kick-off time, ticket allocations and official travel information.