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Munich aims to boost Olympic bid with Champions League final and athletics worlds

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Munich aims to boost Olympic bid with Champions League final and athletics worlds

Summary

Munich is set to host the 2028 UEFA Champions League final and the 2031 World Athletics Championships. These events are expected to enhance the city's candidacy for future Olympic Games, with a decision by the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) forthcoming on September 26. Munich's previous Olympic hosting in 1972 and recent endorsements, including a favorable referendum, bolster this bid. Officials, including Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen, express confidence that these high-profile events will showcase Munich's capabilities as a host city.

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By the Numbers

•Munich hosts the 2028 Champions League final and 2031 World Athletics Championships.
•The DOSB will select a German Olympic candidate on September 26.
•Munich previously hosted the Olympics in 1972 and has strong local support.
•Bayern Munich CEO believes events will boost Olympic and Paralympic bids.
•World Athletics president praises Munich as a capable host for major championships.

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1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Can Champions League final, athletics worlds boost Munich Olympic bid?

What they're saying

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Munich will hope that being awarded the 2028 Champions League final and the 2031 world athletics championships will boost the city's bid to host future Olympic Games as well. The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) will choose a German candidate from the three bidders Munich, Berlin and Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr next week on September 26.
— Yahoo Sports

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