The bid would see the men’s tournament played across England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
The other confirmed stadiums are:
ENGLANDWembley Stadium, LondonEverton Stadium, LiverpoolCity of Manchester Stadium (Etihad Stadium), ManchesterTottenham Hotspur Stadium, LondonVilla Park, Birmingham
NORTHERN IRELANDCasement Park, Belfast
REPUBLIC OF IRELANDDublin Arena (AVIVA Stadium), Dublin
SCOTLANDHampden Park, Glasgow
WALESNational Stadium (Principality Stadium), Cardiff
The UK and Ireland bid is supported by all respective Football Associations and governments
Newcastle United CEO Darren Eales said: "As a stadium and city, Newcastle has a wonderful track record of delivering truly world-class events.
"We are proud to have been included in the join bid to host UEFA Euro 2028, and we look forward to supporting the bid team throughout this process."
As well as Premier League football throughout the season, St. James' Park has hosted a number of major sporting events in recent years, including the opening fixture of last year’s Rugby League World Cup, the European Cup rugby finals in 2019 and fixtures from the Rugby World Cup in 2015.
This summer will also see the return of stadium concerts, with Sam Fender adding his name to a stellar cast of world-renowned artists who have played St. James' Park.
Each year, the city also hosts the Great North Run - the world’s biggest half marathon.
St. James' Park already has European Championships heritage - the stadium was an official host venue during Euro '96
Pam Smith, Chief Executive of Newcastle City Council, said: "The Euros are undoubtedly one of the biggest sporting events in the world and it is fantastic for our city to be included in this joint bid.
"Football has provided some truly memorable moments in recent years, including England winning the women’s European Championships last summer, and it would be incredible for our city to be part of the journey of the men’s team achieving the same success.
"Newcastle has an excellent track record of holding elite sporting events, we’re a city that is set up to deliver, and we’re proud to be part of this bold and inclusive bid which promises to bring our nations together and inspire future generations."
Stephen Patterson, Chief Executive of NE1 LTD said: "We are delighted that Newcastle and St. James’ Park has been selected as one of the ten host venues for Great Britain and Ireland’s Euro 2028 bid.
"Newcastle is well versed in hosting major international sporting fixtures and has a hugely successful track record of delivering world-class events. The city’s business community is geared up and ready to welcome fans from across Europe and will help deliver a fan experience that is second to none."
The respective Football Associations have now formally submitted their host proposal to UEFA, with the chosen bid to be selected in September 2023.
