Hola all. I’ll be in Sevilla for a week around New Years. Never been to a futbol match in Europe before and was thinking of going to the match. Any advice? Section to sit, where to “pre-game”, etc. Is the 3rd/black kit easy to find at team shops?
Gracias.
Hi Craig! Thanks for joining Monchi’s Men. You are going to love Sevilla during Christmas and the Epiphany—it is absolutely gorgeous and a lot of fun. The match should be a good one, with a solid chance of a win (depending on which version of the team shows up, of course).
A pro tip: bring a snack, like a bocadillo, inside with you. The stadium food is historically pretty terrible. A nice jamón y queso sandwich is perfect for halftime and will make you look like a local. Since it’s a 2 PM kickoff, try to get there early to soak up the atmosphere. There are plenty of bars around the stadium to grab a few Cruzcampos before the match.
The stadium has great sightlines from almost anywhere. I usually sit as close to the pitch as possible for photos and audio, but if you want the “true” European experience, sit on the North side (assuming no fan bans are in effect). It is the most authentic spot—just be prepared to sing and support if you sit there! @Brian is our resident expert on tickets and gameday guides if you need help.
As for the kit, you can find them at either team store, though the one at the stadium is the best.
Thanks for the rapid response. Will see if I can score a ticket to the north side - and fill up before kick off.
Just got my ticket, will be up in Preferencia 35.