Cardiff City Stadium will host Wales' autumn international fixtures despite suggestions some matches could move to the Principality Stadium ahead of Euro 2028. The League One club's ground will stage Nations League games against Norway, Denmark and Portugal in October and November. Cardiff currently sit second in League One with 91 points from 46 games, 12 points behind leaders Lincoln, and have scored 90 goals this season while conceding 50 for a +40 goal difference.
What's the schedule for Wales' games at Cardiff City Stadium?
Wales will play Norway on Thursday, 1 October and Denmark on Sunday, 4 October at the 33,000-capacity stadium. The campaign concludes with Portugal visiting on Tuesday, 17 November. These fixtures follow away games against Portugal in Lisbon and Denmark in Copenhagen in September.
Why is Cardiff City Stadium preferred over Principality Stadium?
FAW chief Noel Mooney has praised the atmosphere at Cardiff City Stadium, where Wales have lost only once in their last 14 games. The team has a strong record at the ground since it opened in 2009, though they suffered shoot-out defeats against Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina in recent qualifiers. Mooney has suggested high-profile friendlies or Euro qualifiers could be held at the larger Principality Stadium in 2027.
What does this mean for Cardiff City?
The matches will bring international stars like Erling Haaland and Cristiano Ronaldo to the League One club's stadium. Cardiff's recent form (LWWWD) and strong home record could benefit from the boost of hosting major international fixtures. Their next league game is against Birmingham at home on 24 October 2026.
Could Wales play elsewhere in the future?
Mooney has mentioned the possibility of following the women's team by staging a game at Wrexham. However, for now, Cardiff City Stadium remains the preferred venue for competitive fixtures. The FAW will consult fans about potential Principality Stadium games as Euro 2028 approaches.
