Buy Bayer Leverkusen vs Augsburg tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Matchday 20 meeting at the BayArena listed for Saturday 6 February 2027 at 15:30 local time (14:30 UK time). The Bundesliga has placed the game in the 5 to 7 February weekend window and confirms final kick-off slots a few weeks ahead, so treat the Saturday afternoon listing as the working plan and keep travel flexible.
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This is not the sleepy mid-table fixture it looks like on paper. Augsburg won at the BayArena last April with a penalty deep in stoppage time, then held Bayer Leverkusen to a 2-2 draw in the reverse fixture this September. The visitors arrive unbeaten in three meetings, and the home crowd will want that run ended in a ground that holds only 30,210 for league matches.
Small capacity, a members-first sales model and a February date that sits right after the winter restart all shape what you pay and where you can sit. The sections below walk through every part of the decision, from which stand suits you to how delivery works on matchday.
The BayArena is compact by Bundesliga standards, and that is the first thing to understand about demand. With 30,210 places for league games and a large season ticket base, the club stopped selling new season tickets for 2026/27 and runs a waiting list instead, so the general matchday pool is thin before a single member logs on.
The recent results add real edge. Augsburg completed a league double over Leverkusen in 2025/26, winning 2-0 at home in December and 2-1 in Leverkusen in April. The 2-2 draw in Augsburg on Matchday 3 of this season stretched that unbeaten sequence to three. For home supporters, February is a chance to put the matchup back in order; for travelling fans, it is a shot at a fourth straight game without defeat.
Timing matters too. Matchday 20 lands in early February, when the title race, the European places and the relegation fight all start to harden. Leverkusen also carry Europa League commitments this season, so a Saturday league fixture at home becomes the easiest way for many neutral buyers to see the side without a midweek trip. Expect interest from Cologne and Düsseldorf, both short train rides away, as well as from overseas fans building a weekend around a Rhineland game.
Hospitality tends to go early at this ground. The number of boxes and lounge seats is modest, corporate clients buy across the whole season and weekend afternoon games draw strongest. If you want a lounge package, plan to book weeks rather than days out.
Travelling support shapes the picture as well. Augsburg bring a committed away following to Rhineland grounds, and after two good results against Leverkusen in 2026 there is little reason to expect a quiet south end. The away allocation is modest in a stadium this size, so Augsburg fans without a club ticket will be looking at the same limited resale pool as everyone else.
Through the club, not easily. Bayer 04 sells matchday tickets for Bundesliga home games to members first. For 2026/27 the club ran an early booking phase for members between 23 and 31 July, releasing different fixtures on different days, with an online waiting room opening before each sale. Non-members were told to join the club before they could take part.
Augsburg falls into the club's lower-priced match category, which helps members but does little for everyone else. Members could buy up to four tickets for this category of match, and any remaining seats only move into free sale if the member phases leave stock behind. For a February Saturday against a side that has beaten Leverkusen twice in their last three meetings, that is far from guaranteed.
Season tickets are harder still. The club no longer sells new ones and allocates any that come free through a waiting list. From this season, holders must use their seat for at least 10 of the 17 home league matches, with non-use risking cancellation for 2027/28. Resales through the club's exchange count as use, which means some holders release seats late, often in the final week before a fixture.
The club's own ticket exchange runs through a Bayer 04 account and works on a first-come basis. Seats appear at irregular times, often in batches, with no way to reserve one in advance or to know which block will come up next. For anyone planning travel, that uncertainty is the real cost.
That is where the marketplace fits in. Buying through 1BoxOffice removes the need for membership, a waiting-list place or a login at the exact minute a sale opens. You choose your stand, see the price before you commit and receive your tickets ahead of the match, with every order protected by the guarantee described in the buying steps below.
Five things drive resale prices for this match. Seat location comes first, with the lower tier on the west and east sides commanding a clear premium. Demand follows, and the recent run of results has lifted interest from both sets of supporters. Timing is the third factor, since prices often firm up once the Bundesliga confirms the exact slot. The competition context of the 2026/27 season, with every point in early February carrying weight, is the fourth. The fifth is hospitality, where a small supply of lounge and box seats keeps packages at a steep step up from standard seating.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £75 – £110 | Budget-conscious fans who want a full view | Second tier behind the goal or towards the corners of the north end |
| Longside standard | £90 – £140 | First-time visitors and small groups | East stand seating away from the halfway line |
| Lower tier / central | £120 – £190+ | Buyers who want to be close to the action | Lower rows on the west or east side near halfway |
| Premium seating | £170 – £260+ | Couples and business guests on a short trip | Padded seats in the main west stand, some with lounge access |
| Hospitality / VIP | £280 – £550+ | Corporate groups and special occasions | Lounge dining or private box with match seats included |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
For context, face values at the BayArena are low by Premier League standards, and this game falls into the club's lower-priced category. The gap between face value and resale reflects how few seats reach general sale, not a higher price set by the club. Listings for this fixture currently start from around £88, which gives you a useful floor when comparing options.
Expect movement at two points. The first comes when the Bundesliga confirms the exact kick-off slot for Matchday 20, as buyers who were waiting on the date commit and some sellers reprice. The second comes in the last seven to ten days, when season ticket holders who cannot attend release seats. Neither guarantees lower prices, but both widen the choice of stands and seat pairs.
The BayArena is a tight, fully roofed bowl. The 2007 to 2009 redevelopment added a second tier over the east, north and west sides and an oval roof that covers every seat, so rain is not a factor wherever you sit. The furthest seat from the centre spot is just 94 metres away, which keeps sightlines strong right across the ground. Before you choose a block, study the BayArena seating plan to see where each lettered section sits.
The ground's shape matters when you compare prices. The east, north and west sides have two tiers with boxes between them, while the south end is a single tier. Lower-tier rows put you close to the touchline and give the most atmosphere; second-tier rows give a better view of team shape and set pieces, and at this compact ground they never feel distant. Blocks are lettered around the bowl, so matching a listing's block reference to the plan takes seconds.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordkurve (north end) | Fans who want noise and singing | Lower to mid | Home end with standing across the front rows; expect to stand all game and wear no Augsburg colours |
| Osttribüne (east side) | Groups wanting a side view at fair cost | Mid | Two tiers with VIP boxes between them; lower rows near halfway sell first |
| Westtribüne (main west side) | Buyers who want comfort and a central view | Mid to high | Main stand with the club facilities, Premium Lounge and 19zerofour Lounge |
| Südkurve (south end, away section) | Augsburg supporters | Lower | Visiting fans sit in the south end, with block SG1 as the away standing section and its own entrance; wear red, green and white here only |
| Family area | Parents with younger children | Lower | A quieter zone kept for families; ask for seats together when booking |
| Upper tier corners | Value hunters and neutral buyers | Lower | Elevated angle that shows tactical shape well; short walk to concourse bars |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans usually get the most from the east side or the west upper tier, where you see the Nordkurve in full voice without being inside it. If you want the full experience of a German home end, the north end is the place, but only for Leverkusen fans. The full list of matches at the BayArena shows every home date on sale this season if you want to compare fixtures.
Bayer 04 runs its hospitality from four sides of the ground, with the main concentration in the west stand. The club describes its Premium Lounge as offering first-class service and an extensive range of dining, while the boxes in the east, south and north give groups private space between the tiers.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Lounge (VIP West) | Business guests and couples | Full dining, drinks and padded seats in the main stand |
| 19zerofour Lounge (VIP West) | Fans who want a relaxed lounge with club heritage | Named after the club's founding year, with food and drink before and after the match |
| Stammtisch (VIP West) | Small groups of friends | Sociable shared-table format for match hosting |
| Executive and event boxes (VIP East, South and North) | Corporate groups and celebrations | Private box between the tiers with catering and your own match seats |
Box and lounge seats are limited and the club sells many of them on a seasonal basis, so the matchday pool for a single game is small. When a package appears for this fixture, confirm what is included before you buy: dining format, drinks, the seat location and whether parking is part of the deal.
Hospitality also solves a practical problem for overseas visitors. A lounge ticket usually means an earlier arrival, a table waiting for you and a warm place to sit on a cold February afternoon, which takes a lot of the guesswork out of a first trip to Leverkusen.
Arrive early to make the most of the package. Pre-match dining is part of what you are paying for, and it is the part latecomers miss. Smart-casual clothing is the safe choice in the west stand lounges, and club colours are welcome for Leverkusen fans.
How your tickets reach you depends on the seller's listing. Every listing on 1BoxOffice states the delivery method before you pay, and the table below shows what each one means in practice.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | That the ticket will load on your phone before matchday and whether an app download is needed |
| E-ticket (PDF) | That you can print it clearly or display it at full brightness, and that the name on it matches your booking notes |
| Account transfer | Which email address the seller will transfer to and when the transfer is scheduled |
| Paper ticket | The courier or collection point, plus the latest date the tickets will arrive |
Read the listing notes in full before you pay, since some seats carry restrictions such as a standing-only block or a family-area rule. Bring valid photo ID, as stewards may ask for it. If you are using a mobile ticket, charge your phone fully and save the ticket offline, because signal around the turnstiles can drop when 30,000 people arrive at once.
The ground opens two hours before kick-off. Bags larger than A4 are not allowed inside, and the club offers small bag storage at service points for a small cash fee. Match tickets include free local transport in the VRS and VRR networks, though since the 2024/25 season supporters need to download the transport pass through the Bayer 04 app rather than rely on the ticket alone.
Plan your route in advance if anyone in your group has limited mobility. The club notes that Leverkusen Mitte station is not yet step-free and recommends the S6 line to Chempark with a connecting shuttle bus instead. A free car park at the Kurtekotten shuttle terminus serves drivers, with traffic managed on matchdays in coordination with the city. Aim to reach the ground at least an hour before kick-off so security queues do not eat into the start of the match.
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Step1
Find the fixture
Open the listing for the February match at the BayArena and confirm the date, competition and venue shown match your plans.
Step2
Set up your account
Create an account with an email address you use every day, since your order updates and delivery details will go there.
Step3
Choose your area
Filter by stand or price. Leverkusen fans should look at the north or east sides; Augsburg fans should look for the south end.
Step4
Read the listing notes
Confirm whether seats are together, whether the block is seated or standing and which delivery method the seller uses.
Step5
Select your quantity
Pick the number of tickets you need. If your group must sit together, choose a listing that states the seats are adjacent.
Step6
Review the total
See the full price, including fees, before you commit. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
Step7
Pay securely
Complete payment on the secure payment page and wait for your confirmation email with the order number.
Step8
Follow your order
Use track order to see when your tickets are dispatched and how they will reach you before matchday.
Leverkusen sits between Cologne and Düsseldorf, and both cities have international airports with regular flights from the UK and the Gulf. Cologne is the more common base, with frequent regional trains to Leverkusen Mitte taking roughly 15 minutes. From the station, the ground is a walk of roughly 10 to 25 minutes depending on your entrance. For overseas buyers, mobile tickets and e-tickets are the most practical delivery options, as there is no risk of a courier missing you while you are travelling. If you need seats together, choose listings that confirm adjacent seats in writing rather than relying on a request note.
The main travel risk is the date itself. The Bundesliga fixes exact slots for each matchday only a few weeks ahead, and this game could move from Saturday afternoon to Friday evening, Saturday evening or Sunday within the 5 to 7 February window. Book flexible flights and a hotel with free cancellation, or plan a stay that covers the full weekend. Augsburg supporters planning a season of away trips can compare this ground with their own home stadium using the WWK Arena seating plan.
Buyers from the Gulf have good options too. Düsseldorf has direct flights from Dubai, and the regional train from Düsseldorf to Leverkusen Mitte is quick and frequent, so a Friday arrival leaves plenty of time for the match on Saturday. Order in good time so delivery is settled before you fly, and keep your order confirmation on your phone for the journey.
For most of its history in the top flight, this was a one-sided home fixture. Augsburg reached the Bundesliga for the first time in 2011/12 and lost 4-1 on their first league visit to Leverkusen in February 2012. Leverkusen then won or drew every home meeting for a decade, with seven wins and three draws in the first ten games, including goalless home meetings in both 2016/17 and 2017/18. The high point came in January 2022, when Leverkusen won 5-1 in front of a crowd reduced by pandemic limits.
The balance shifted in August 2022. Augsburg won 2-1 on the second weekend of the season for their first league win at the BayArena, and the second came in April 2026 with a penalty in the seventh minute of stoppage time. In between, the ground hosted one of the club's defining afternoons: a 2-1 win over Augsburg on the final day of 2023/24 that completed the first unbeaten season in Bundesliga history.
What makes the fixture distinctive now is the contrast. On paper the long-run home record is heavily one-sided. On the pitch, the recent meetings have been tight and nervy, which is why the February game carries more tension than the table alone would suggest.
The table below covers every Bundesliga meeting at the BayArena with Leverkusen as hosts, from Augsburg's first top-flight season to the end of 2025/26.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 15 |
| Bayer Leverkusen wins | 10 |
| Augsburg wins | 2 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Bayer Leverkusen goals | 27 |
| Augsburg goals | 11 |
| Biggest Bayer Leverkusen win | 5-1 (22 Jan 2022) |
| Biggest Augsburg win | 2-1 (13 Aug 2022 and 18 Apr 2026) |
| First Bundesliga meeting in scope | 18 Feb 2012 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 18 Apr 2026 |
Source: Transfermarkt and fussballdaten.de head-to-head records, cross-referenced with bundesliga.com match reports.
A few patterns stand out. Leverkusen have scored in 13 of the 15 home meetings, and the only two blanks were the goalless draws in 2016 and 2018. Augsburg have failed to score in six of their 15 visits, yet both of their wins came in the last four seasons. The average of just over 2.5 goals a game suggests an open match rather than a cagey one.
All 15 league meetings at the BayArena with Leverkusen at home, newest first. Scores show Leverkusen first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 18 Apr 2026 | 1-2 |
| 26 Apr 2025 | 2-0 |
| 18 May 2024 | 2-1 |
| 13 Aug 2022 | 1-2 |
| 22 Jan 2022 | 5-1 |
| 26 Oct 2020 | 3-1 |
| 23 Feb 2020 | 2-0 |
| 08 Dec 2018 | 1-0 |
| 31 Mar 2018 | 0-0 |
| 21 Sep 2016 | 0-0 |
| 04 Oct 2015 | 1-1 |
| 24 Sep 2014 | 1-0 |
| 26 Oct 2013 | 2-1 |
| 16 Feb 2013 | 2-1 |
| 18 Feb 2012 | 4-1 |
Source: Transfermarkt and fussballdaten.de match archives; each result confirmed in both.
Club sales for Bundesliga home games open to members first, but you can buy through a resale marketplace without joining the club.
Buying soon after the exact kick-off slot is confirmed gives you a wide choice of seats. Waiting until the final days can work but narrows the options for groups.
Visiting supporters are housed in the south end, which has its own entrance. Augsburg colours should stay out of the home sections.
Only items up to A4 size are allowed inside. Leave larger luggage at your hotel or in a station locker.
Yes, within the VRS and VRR networks. You need to download the free transport pass through the club's app before travelling.
Sources: Bayer 04 Leverkusen official club website (bayer04.de) for stadium, ticketing, hospitality and matchday information; bundesliga.com and the DFL for fixture scheduling and match reports; Transfermarkt and fussballdaten.de for head-to-head records; ESPN match reports; FC Heidenheim away supporter guidance for the BayArena.