Buy Bayern Munich vs Schalke tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the match scheduled for Saturday 30 January 2027 at 15:30 local time (14:30 UK time) at the Allianz Arena. The kick-off is provisional until the league confirms the final slot for matchday 19. Bayern arrive as champions and holders of the domestic double, while Schalke return to Munich for the first time since their relegation in 2023. For buyers, it is a chance to see the Südkurve in full voice against one of German football's great traditional clubs on a winter Saturday in Bavaria.
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The Allianz Arena has been a hard place for Schalke. They have won once in 17 Bundesliga visits since the ground opened in 2005. Bayern have also scored 19 goals without reply across the last three meetings here. Supporters who want to compare every home date this season can see seat options on our Bayern Munich tickets listings.
The reverse fixture at the Veltins-Arena on 5 September 2026 finished 0-0. That result gives the return meeting a sharper edge than the head-to-head record alone suggests. Schalke took a point from the champions early in their first season back in the top flight.
The date also works well for travelling buyers. Late January sits after the Christmas peak for flights and hotels, so a Munich weekend costs less than it does in December or during Oktoberfest. Winter football in Bavaria, with snow on the Esplanade and a sold-out bowl lit red, is a large part of the appeal for visitors from the UK and the Gulf.
The Allianz Arena holds about 75,000 for Bundesliga matches. Bayern fill it for almost every home fixture, so demand here is less about whether the ground sells out and more about how quickly the resale market thins. Visits from clubs with large travelling support move fastest. Schalke belong firmly in that group, with a fan base that follows them in numbers regardless of the division they play in.
Schalke's absence adds to the pull. The club spent three seasons in the 2. Bundesliga before winning the second tier in 2025/26. For many Bayern season ticket holders, this is the first chance since May 2023 to see one of the league's founding-era powers at their ground. For Schalke supporters, a trip to Munich is one of the away days of the season.
The visiting allocation matters for supply. Bundesliga clubs typically offer around 10% of capacity to the away side, which here means several thousand seats in the upper tier of the north stand. Those tickets are sold through Schalke to members and season ticket holders.
Very few reach the general public. Schalke's membership is large enough to absorb them within hours.
Bayern's European schedule can also shape the week. The club are in the Champions League league phase this season, with home fixtures that include a visit from Arsenal; buyers interested in that side of the campaign can view Bayern Munich vs Arsenal seats. A European fixture in the days around this date can bring squad rotation, but it has little effect on demand from supporters who want to see the champions at home.
Regional interest adds to the squeeze. Bayern draw support from across Bavaria as well as from Austria, South Tyrol and a large international following. Many of those supporters look for seats outside the season ticket blocks on Saturday afternoons, which keeps the general supply tight from the moment the fixture date is confirmed.
Yes, though Bayern's own sales routes make it difficult. The club sell home tickets in stages. Season ticket holders occupy most of the ground, including the Südkurve standing terrace. Club members then receive priority access to what remains before any general sale opens.
Bayern have one of the largest membership bases in world football, with more than 300,000 members. That scale means the member sale can clear the remaining seats for a fixture like this long before any public window opens. In practice, a general sale for a Saturday league match at the Allianz Arena is rare. The waiting list for a season ticket runs for years.
That is where a verified marketplace becomes the practical option. Seats on 1BoxOffice come from sellers who already hold tickets, including members and season ticket holders who cannot attend. You pick the exact area, see the full price before paying and avoid the pressure of a timed club sale. Every listing shows its section and ticket type, so you can see if you are buying a seat on the long side or a place on the terrace.
Overseas buyers benefit from certainty in particular. The league sets exact kick-off slots only a few weeks before each round. Securing seats first and booking travel around them removes most of the guesswork.
It helps to understand why German grounds sell out so reliably. Face-value prices in the Bundesliga are low compared with the Premier League. Member-run clubs also protect affordable standing places for their own supporters.
That keeps the stadium full week after week. It also means very few tickets ever reach the open market, which is why resale seats carry a premium over the printed price.
Five factors drive what seats cost for this match. Seat location comes first, with central seats on the west side commanding a clear premium over corners and upper tiers. Demand follows; a visit from Schalke draws more interest than most mid-table fixtures of the 2026/27 season.
Fixture timing matters as well. A Saturday afternoon in late January suits weekend travellers and lifts demand in the final fortnight. Competition context adds pressure if Bayern are chasing the title at the top while Schalke fight to stay clear of the bottom three. Hospitality tier sets the ceiling at the top end.
For perspective, prices here sit below those for Der Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund, which sets the upper limit of the Allianz Arena market each season. Listings for this match currently start from around £176.
Resale prices at the Allianz Arena behave differently from those at most German grounds. Bayern's international following is large, so demand from overseas buyers pushes the entry price well above the Bundesliga average. The sharpest rises come in the final ten days, once the kick-off slot is confirmed and weekend travellers commit to their plans.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier, ends and corners | £176 – £260 | Budget buyers and first-time visitors | Steep rake keeps the whole pitch in view |
| Long side, upper and middle tiers | £240 – £380 | Couples and small groups | Balanced sightlines along the east and west sides |
| Lower tier, central | £350 – £550+ | Buyers wanting to be close to the play | Near the halfway line; limited supply |
| Premium seating | £500 – £800+ | Buyers wanting comfort and a prime view | Central west-side seats near the business areas |
| Hospitality and VIP | £800 – £1,500+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Business seats, lounge access and catering |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The Allianz Arena opened in 2005 and is a fully enclosed three-tier bowl, with a roof over every seat and an opening above the pitch. The Südkurve behind the south goal is the home end. Its lower tier becomes a safe-standing terrace for Bundesliga matches. The west side houses the main business seating, the executive boxes and the players' tunnel. The north stand opposite the home end includes the away section.
Our Allianz Arena seating plan shows how the blocks fit together.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West side, central | Buyers wanting the classic television angle | Mid to premium | Close to the business areas; the pick for a tactical view |
| East side | Balanced views at slightly lower prices | Mid | Full-length perspective with the Südkurve noise to your left |
| Südkurve, lower tier (standing) | Supporters wanting the full atmosphere | Lower to mid | The home terrace; expect to stand, sing and wear red |
| Südkurve, middle and upper tiers | Buyers wanting atmosphere with a seat | Lower to mid | Above the terrace, with a strong view of the choreography |
| North stand, home sections | Budget buyers and families | Lower | Lower and middle tiers behind the north goal, below the away fans |
| Away section, north stand upper tier | Schalke supporters only | Sold through Schalke | Blocks 340 to 347 with separate entrances; Schalke colours belong here and nowhere else |
Neutral buyers and anyone still undecided should choose the east or west sides and avoid Schalke blue outside the away blocks. For transport, bag rules and the wider matchday picture, see our Allianz Arena tickets guide. Groups who want noise without standing all afternoon usually settle on the middle tier of the Südkurve or the southern ends of the long sides.
The three tiers are stacked steeply, so even the back rows of the upper ring feel close to the pitch by the standards of a 75,000-seat ground. If you are choosing between a lower-tier seat behind the goal and an upper-tier seat on the halfway line, the upper long side usually gives the better read of the game. Families tend to prefer the north stand home sections, where the mood is lively without the intensity of the terrace.
The roof covers the seats but the centre stays open above the pitch. Wind-driven snow can reach the front rows on an exposed side in January, so warm layers and a hooded waterproof matter more than an umbrella, which is not allowed inside if it has a metal tip.
Bayern offer business seats, lounges and private boxes along the west side of the ground, with catering and lounge access included. For sell-out fixtures, hospitality is one of the more dependable ways to secure a central seat. It sells steadily through the first half of the season and tends to run short for January and February fixtures.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Business seat | Couples and solo travellers marking a special trip | Padded central seat with lounge access and catering |
| Lounge package | Small corporate groups | Shared lounge, buffet dining and prime seats |
| Private box | Larger corporate parties | Exclusive space, catering and a private view of the pitch |
| Premium seat without lounge | Buyers wanting the view without the dining | Central position at a lower price than full hospitality |
Hospitality suits buyers who want certainty and comfort on a winter afternoon. Most packages include indoor space before kick-off and at half-time, which matters far more in Munich in January than it does in May.
The business areas sit on the west side, so hospitality guests also get one of the most balanced views in the stadium. Packages for visits from clubs with a large following sell before those for smaller opponents, so buyers set on a lounge should move early.
Always read the listing notes. Some resale hospitality listings cover the seat and lounge only, while others include dining, so compare like with like before choosing.
Tickets for the Allianz Arena are issued in several formats. Bayern have moved most fixtures to digital ticketing. The delivery method for each listing is shown before you pay. The table below covers what you may see for this match.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket transfer | The name and email the tickets will be sent to, plus any club app you need to receive them |
| E-ticket (PDF or QR code) | That every guest has a separate ticket and that the file opens on your phone before matchday |
| Paper tickets by courier | A delivery address where someone can sign plus the expected dispatch date |
| Collection in Munich | The collection point, the time window and the identification required |
Read the listing notes before buying so you know exactly how and when your tickets will arrive. Pay attention to whether a ticket is for a seat or a standing place, since the lower Südkurve is sold as a standing terrace for league matches. A standing ticket gives you a spot on the terrace rather than a numbered seat, so arrive early if you want a good position.
Load a mobile ticket into your wallet or the club app before you set off. A saved screenshot can fail to scan if the barcode refreshes, so keep the live version ready and your phone fully charged.
The arena enforces a strict bag rule. Nothing larger than A4 is allowed through the turnstiles, which rules out backpacks and most handbags. There is no large-bag store at the ground, so leave anything oversized at your hotel.
Many match tickets include travel on the MVV network, so confirm this on your ticket before buying a separate fare. Allow extra time for the security search, since queues build quickly in the final half hour. Arriving an hour early also gives you time to watch the Südkurve fill before the teams come out.
Buying through 1BoxOffice, a verified marketplace trading since 2006 with a 150% money-back guarantee, takes a few minutes from start to finish.
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Find the fixture
Open the match listing for Saturday 30 January 2027 and confirm the date suits your travel plans.
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If you are new to the site, create an account so your order details and delivery updates are saved in one place.
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Choose your area
Use the stadium map to compare tiers, sides and prices. Home supporters and neutrals should stay clear of the away blocks in the upper north stand.
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Pick the number of seats
Select how many tickets you need. Filter for listings that confirm seats together if you are travelling as a group.
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Review the delivery method, whether the ticket is seated or standing and whether hospitality extras are included.
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Enter guest details
Add the names of everyone attending exactly as they appear on their ID, since mobile transfers may need to match.
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Confirm the total, including fees, then complete payment through the secure payment page.
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Use track order to see when your tickets are dispatched and when they are ready for matchday.
A few habits separate buyers who find strong value from those who overpay in the final week.
Munich is one of the easier Bundesliga trips for overseas buyers. Munich Airport has direct flights from London and several other UK airports, as well as from the main Gulf hubs. It sits about 30 kilometres north-east of the centre. The S1 and S8 lines link it to the city in around 40 minutes.
Kick-off at 15:30 local time means 14:30 in London and 18:30 in the UAE, so Gulf-based buyers can fly in on Friday and home on Sunday without rushing.
The ground itself sits at Fröttmaning on the northern edge of the city. The U6 runs there from Marienplatz in about 16 minutes, followed by a 10 to 15 minute walk along the Esplanade to the turnstiles. Driving is rarely worth it: parking must be pre-booked and clearing the car parks after a full house can take well over an hour.
Choose mobile or e-ticket listings if you are arriving close to the match. Request seats together at the point of purchase rather than hoping to swap on the day. Bundesliga kick-off times are confirmed only a few weeks before each round, so a booking that allows you to shift a day either side is sensible.
Most visitors stay in the old town around Marienplatz or near the main station. Both have a wide choice of hotels and direct U-Bahn links to the ground. Our Munich events listings show what else is on during your stay. The beer halls of the centre give the city its matchday character before the crowds head north.
Schalke supporters without away tickets should sit in neutral areas and keep colours out of sight. Munich in late January is cold and often below freezing. Snow is common, so pack for a long afternoon outdoors.
Bayern and Schalke have met in the Bundesliga since the 1960s, but the Allianz Arena era has a character of its own. Bayern won the first two league meetings at the new ground, 3-0 in March 2006 and 2-0 in March 2007. Schalke were then one of Bayern's main title rivals, finishing second in 2004/05 and again in 2006/07.
The high point for the visitors came on 25 April 2009. Schalke won 1-0, their only Bundesliga victory at the Allianz Arena to date. Two years later they struck again in a different competition, winning a DFB-Pokal semi-final 1-0 here on 2 March 2011 on their way to lifting the cup.
That spring also brought a transfer that changed the mood of the fixture. Manuel Neuer, Schalke's captain and goalkeeper, joined Bayern in the summer of 2011. His move from Gelsenkirchen to Munich turned a routine league game into a far more personal one for Schalke supporters. It shaped how they treated trips to the Allianz Arena for years afterwards.
Since that 2009 defeat, Bayern have been unbeaten in 13 home league meetings with Schalke, winning 10 and drawing three. The last five have all been home wins, including 5-0 in January 2020, 8-0 on the opening night of 2020/21 and 6-0 in May 2023, the season Schalke went down.
What makes the fixture distinctive is the contrast in the two clubs' recent paths: Bayern at the top of German football for more than a decade, Schalke rebuilding after three seasons in the second tier. The early-season draw in Gelsenkirchen suggests Schalke will not arrive in Munich simply to limit the damage. That uncertainty is part of why the seats keep selling.
The figures below cover all Bundesliga meetings at the Allianz Arena with Bayern as hosts, from the ground's first season in 2005/06 to the end of 2025/26.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 17 |
| Bayern Munich wins | 12 |
| Schalke wins | 1 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Bayern Munich goals | 51 |
| Schalke goals | 9 |
| Biggest Bayern Munich win | 8-0 |
| Biggest Schalke win | 0-1 |
| First Bundesliga meeting in scope | 19 March 2006 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 13 May 2023 |
Figures calculated from the match-by-match results below, cross-referenced against Bundesliga match records, DFB match data and independent results archives.
The numbers show how one-sided the fixture has been on this ground. Bayern average three goals a game against Schalke here and have kept eight clean sheets in 17 meetings. Schalke have not scored more than once in any of those matches.
There are no meetings in 2021/22 or from 2023/24 to 2025/26, when Schalke were in the 2. Bundesliga.
Every Bundesliga meeting at the Allianz Arena, newest first, with the home score shown first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 13 May 2023 | 6-0 |
| 18 Sep 2020 | 8-0 |
| 25 Jan 2020 | 5-0 |
| 09 Feb 2019 | 3-1 |
| 10 Feb 2018 | 2-1 |
| 04 Feb 2017 | 1-1 |
| 16 Apr 2016 | 3-0 |
| 03 Feb 2015 | 1-1 |
| 01 Mar 2014 | 5-1 |
| 09 Feb 2013 | 4-0 |
| 26 Feb 2012 | 2-0 |
| 30 Apr 2011 | 4-1 |
| 07 Nov 2009 | 1-1 |
| 25 Apr 2009 | 0-1 |
| 15 Sep 2007 | 1-1 |
| 31 Mar 2007 | 2-0 |
| 19 Mar 2006 | 3-0 |
Each result verified against at least two independent sources, including DFB match data and the RSSSF Bundesliga archive.
No. Resale listings come from existing ticket holders, so no club membership is needed to buy.
Visiting supporters are housed in the upper tier of the north stand, blocks 340 to 347. Schalke colours should only be worn in that section.
Standing tickets do appear on the resale market, though most of the terrace is held by season ticket holders, so supply is small.
Nothing larger than A4. Backpacks and larger handbags are refused at the turnstiles and there is no bag store at the ground.
Yes. Choose listings marked as seats together and select your full group size in one order rather than buying in separate batches.
Sources: Bundesliga official website (2026/27 fixture schedule), DFB match data (Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal results), RSSSF (season-by-season Bundesliga results), FC Bayern Munich official club information (tickets, membership and hospitality), Allianz Arena official information (capacity, bag policy and transport), FC Schalke 04 official club information (2025/26 promotion).