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London is set to host EuroChamps27 as the biggest and boldest EuroHockey Championship to date lands in England from 28 July to 8 August 2027.



The championships will feature 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams, bringing the very best of European hockey to the capital.



The tournament will be anchored at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, the home of England Hockey’s international events for more than a decade and is recognised as one of the world’s leading hockey venues, with a strong Olympic and major events legacy.



Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre will host the Pool games and quarter finals, delivering elite hockey in an iconic venue which has staged some of the sport’s biggest moments.



The competition will then build towards a showpiece finale with the return of Big Stadium Hockey to the UK for the semi-finals and finals being played at The Twickenham Stoop, home of Harlequins F.C.



Innovative pitch technology will transform the iconic rugby venue into a world-class hockey arena, creating a dramatic stadium setting for the culmination of the biggest EuroHockey Championships ever staged.



In another major milestone for the sport in England, the men’s, women’s and Hockey ID Championships will all culminate on the same stage, with every final played at The Twickenham Stoop – a powerful statement of equality and inclusion at the heart of hockey.



Affordability and accessibility sit at the heart of EuroChamps27, ensuring the event is open to families, communities and new fans as well as hockey’s core audience.



Tickets will offer outstanding value, with a family of four able to attend finals day for £100, while day tickets provide access to up to six matches per day, giving fans the chance to experience the very best of European hockey in a single visit.



Former England and Great Britain captain, and current England Hockey President Alex Danson-Bennett, said: “What excites me most about EuroChamps27 is the commitment to making it genuinely accessible and affordable.



“This event is about opening the doors to hockey, giving more people the chance to experience our sport live, and showcasing just how exciting and inclusive it is. I have incredible memories of the EuroHockey Championships in 2015, and I’m thrilled that, 12 years later, we can bring this fantastic event back to London to inspire the next generation of players, fans and volunteers.” &nbsp;



EuroHockey President Marcos Hofmann said of t: “EuroChamps27 marks a major step forward for European hockey. Expanding to 12 teams and uniting the men’s, women’s and Hockey ID championships reflects the ambition and values of our sport.



&#8220;Coming back to London has a strong homecoming feel for a second time after Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre hosted in 2015 while the city is steeped in our sport&#8217;s history with many of the world&#8217;s first clubs forming around the city. Indeed, this year marks 150 years since hockey&#8217;s first rule book was formalised in the very same area of London where we will celebrate our finals at The Twickenham Stoop.&#8221;



The event is supported by UK Sport whose investment of National Lottery funding has been central to securing EuroChamps27 for England and enabling the delivery of a world-class international championship.



The tournament is also supported by the Greater London Authority, whose partnership has helped bring the event to the capital and ensure London once again hosts a major European sporting moment. &nbsp;



Esther Britten, Deputy Director of Major Events at UK Sport, said “We are extremely excited to work with our event hosting partners again to bring EuroChamps27 to England.



“This will be the first major international hockey event hosted here since the World Cup in 2018, and it represents a fantastic opportunity to showcase the sport at the highest level, deliver a world-class major event for athletes and fans and have a positive impact in local communities.”



Kelly Fairweather, Chair of EuroChamps27, said “EuroChamps27 will be a truly world-class event, showcasing the very best of European hockey and setting new standards for delivery, experience and inclusion. Hosting the championships in England is a huge opportunity for the sport – raising its profile, inspiring new audiences and creating a platform with a lasting impact at every level of the game.”



Tickets go on sale in Spring 2026 to those who have registered for priority access. Fans are encouraged to register their interest now to receive priority access before tickets go on general sale summer 2026. &nbsp;



** Fans can register their interest now to secure priority access to tickets for EuroChamps27 in London summer 2027: <a href="http://www.eurochamps27.com/">www.EuroChamps27.com.</a>

EuroChamps27 set to light up London in summer 2027

The EuroHockey Championship Qualifiers (I and II) 2026 (Men &amp; Women) will take place on the following dates at the venues stated below.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eurohockey-championship-men-s-qualifier-i">* EuroHockey Championship Men’s Qualifier I</h4>



Teams: CRO, CZE, ITA, POR, SCO, SUI, TUR, UKR



Venue: Rome (ITA)



Dates: 9th-12th July 2026



*The winner and runner-up qualify for the EuroHockey Championships, London, 2027; the remaining six sides will play in EuroHockey Championship II, 2027



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eurohockey-championship-men-s-qualifier-ii">** EuroHockey Championship Men’s Qualifier II</h4>



Teams: FIN, GIB, HUN, LTU, LUX, MLT, GRE



Venue: Helsinki (FIN)



Dates: 9th-12th July 2026



** The winner and runner-up qualify for the EuroHockey Championship II, 2027



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eurohockey-championship-women-s-qualifier-i">*EuroHockey Championship Women’s Qualifier I</h4>



Teams: AUT, CRO, CZE, LTU, POL, SUI, TUR, UKR



Venue: Prague (CZE)



Dates: 9th-12th July 2026



*The winner and runner-up qualify for the EuroHockey Championships, London, 2027; the remaining six sides will play in EuroHockey Championship II, 2027



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eurohockey-championship-women-s-qualifier-ii">**EuroHockey Championship Women’s Qualifier II</h4>



Teams: GIB, HUN, LUX, FIN



Venue: Helsinki (FIN)



Dates: 9th-12th July 2026



** The winner and runner-up qualify for the EuroHockey Championship II, 2027



For more information on the EuroHockey Championship qualification system, click <a href="https://www.eurohockey.org/competitions/competitions-formats">here </a>



Notes: 



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<li>The withdrawal date for all tournaments in these competitions is 15th January 2026. Any National Association withdrawing after that date may be subject to a fine or other disciplinary action by EuroHockey. See current EuroHockey Regulations for further details.</li>



<li>Minimum age is 15 years old on the 1st day of the event. The player must have a valid passport of the nation they represent.</li>
</ul>



EuroHockey 28th October 2025

EuroHockey Championship Qualifiers 2026 venues announced – updated

The EuroHockey Championships brings together 16 of the world’s best sides, all vying to become the continental champion next week in Mönchengladbach.



On the men’s side, it features the top five nations in the world rankings while six of the top 11 women’s sides are in action, showing the quality of hockey set to be on display.



While being on the podium at the SparkassenPark is the obvious target, the event also carries wider importance on a number of fronts.



World Cup qualification



The EuroHockey Championships is qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with the highest finishing team in Mönchengladbach not already qualified earning a ticket to the showpiece event next year.



As co-hosts, the Netherlands and Belgium are already pre-qualified and they will be joined by Germany’s women and Spain’s men who qualified via the FIH Pro League.



That leaves one spot for each gender for the best performing sides outside of those teams mentioned above, no matter if they finish first, second, third or fourth.



All of the other four teams will be destined for the FIH World Cup qualifiers which take place in March 2026. There, they will be joined by the sides who qualified via last week’s EuroHockey Championship II events, namely the men from Wales, Ireland and Scotland and the women from Italy, Wales, Austria and Switzerland.



Event format



EHC 2025 will be played in the same format as deployed since 2005 with two groups of four with the top two advancing to the semi-finals. The bottom two will play in Pool C for rankings fifth to eighth.



&nbsp;Ranking in the pools at the EHC 2025 will be done as follows:



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Points</li>



<li>Matches won</li>



<li>Goal difference</li>



<li>Goals for</li>



<li>Result between teams</li>



<li>Field goals scored</li>



<li>Still equal? &gt; Shoot-outs</li>
</ul>



The competition will expand to a 12-team format in 2027 in London. This change has a knock-on effect that there will be no relegation from Pool C this year.



All eight teams per gender are already qualified for the EHC 2027. The men from Wales and Ireland and the women from Italy and Wales have also qualified for the EHC 2027 as ninth&nbsp;and tenth&nbsp;teams per gender due to their results in EHC II 2025.



The last two remaining spots for the EHC 2027 will follow from the EuroHockey Championship qualifiers in July 2026.

How EHC2025 affects qualification for the 2026 World Cup and EHC2027!

England has been awarded the hosting rights for the prestigious EuroHockey Championships 2027, subject to final contract and commercial negotiations. This major European event, sanctioned by EuroHockey, will see the finest hockey talent from Europe compete in an unforgettable tournament in Summer 2027.



The decision was made following a meeting of the EuroHockey Board on Friday 27 September. This decision marks an exciting step forward for England, as it will be the first time since 2015 that the EuroHockey Championships will return to English soil.



England Hockey’s bid demonstrated the country’s strong infrastructure, passionate fan base, and innovative vision for growing the sport. The event will be a key milestone in England’s long-term strategy to elevate hockey, and increase its visibility, relevancy, and accessibility across the country.



EuroHockey President, Marcos Hofmann said on England Hockey’s bid “England&#8217;s selection as the host for the EuroHockey Championships 2027 reflects the strength of their bid. The EuroHockey board was impressed by their vision and commitment to delivering an exceptional tournament. We are confident that England will provide a fantastic platform for Europe&#8217;s top hockey talent to compete at the highest level.



We are looking forward to a really amazing event in Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, and the exciting prospect of huge crowds with the return of Big Stadium Hockey.&#8221;



The EuroHockey Championships 2027 will bring thousands of international visitors to England and offer a significant boost to the sport at all levels, from grassroots to elite performance.



Kath Russ, Chair of England Hockey said &#8220;We are incredibly proud to have been awarded the EuroHockey Championships 2027. This is a momentous achievement for hockey in England, and we are excited about the opportunity to deliver an unforgettable tournament for fans, players, and the hockey community.&#8221; Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, located in the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, whose purpose-built facilities are designed to meet the highest international standards, will host the group games, quarter-finals, and side events for the 2027 event. It has successfully hosted the 2015 EuroHockey Championships, the FIH Champions Trophy in 2016, and the Vitality Hockey Women’s World Cup in 2018, along with multiple FIH Hockey Pro League events over the years.



Shaun Dawson, chief executive of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority said: “this continues an incredible run of major international events at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre since London 2012. It further cements our role as the home of English hockey events, a key part of our legacy programme along with a full range of school, club and community activities.”



The semi-finals and finals of the Championships will see the return of Big Stadium Hockey, a pioneering concept transforming sporting stadiums into world-class hockey venues. This innovative approach, demonstrated at The Twickenham Stoop in 2019, offers the unique opportunity to bring hockey to larger audiences, with up to 15,000 fans planned for each of the semi-finals and finals. A robust tender process will take place to decide the venue for the final stages of the tournament.



With strategic support from UK Sport and funding from The National Lottery, UK Sport’s Head of Major Events Esther Britten said: “Hosting major events like this continues to demonstrate the UK’s reputation as one of the world’s leading hosts, creating extraordinary sporting moments that reach, unite and inspire the nation.



We look forward to working with our event hosting partners to both inspire fans who will see Europe’s best teams compete and deliver meaningful social impact that will make a positive difference to the local communities of this event.”



England Hockey looks forward to working closely with EuroHockey, UK Sport and all other stakeholders to deliver an exceptional EuroHockey Championships in 2027 that will inspire fans and participants alike.

Category: EuroHockey Championship 2027

EuroChamps27 set to light up London in summer 2027

EuroHockey Championship Qualifiers 2026 venues announced – updated

How EHC2025 affects qualification for the 2026 World Cup and EHC2027!

England Awarded Hosting Rights for EuroHockey Championships 2027