Buy Lens vs Como tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Champions League league phase match set for Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 21:00 local time (20:00 UK time) at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens. It is Matchday 4 of eight. The French Cup holders welcome a club playing its first Champions League campaign, in a ground that holds more people than the town around it.
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Bollaert-Delelis has a capacity of 38,223, while Lens itself has roughly 31,000 residents. That gap tells you how far the club's pull reaches across the former mining towns of the Pas-de-Calais. Seats for this match sit within the wider range of RC Lens tickets this season. European nights here draw on that whole region.
It is also a first meeting. Como had never qualified for the Champions League before this season, so the clubs have no history in the competition. With the top eight in the 36-team table going straight into the round of 16 and places 9 to 24 heading for the knockout phase play-offs, a result at the halfway point could shape either side's route into the spring.
Lens arrive in the league phase on the back of a landmark season. They finished second in Ligue 1 in 2025/26 and won the Coupe de France for the first time, beating Nice 3-1 in the final on 22 May 2026. This is their fourth Champions League campaign after 1998/99, 2002/03 and 2023/24. The town has waited for it.
The atmosphere is part of what buyers pay for. Before big matches, the ground sings Les Corons, a song about the region's mining communities that has been compared to Anfield's pre-match anthem. The club's Sang et Or nickname, blood and gold, points to the same heritage.
Como bring a different story. The Lombardy club sealed its first Champions League place on the final day of the 2025/26 Serie A season, winning 4-1 at Cremonese on 24 May 2026, only a few seasons after climbing back from the lower divisions. Anyone following Como FC tickets this season will know Lens is one of four away trips, alongside Feyenoord, Real Betis and Barcelona.
Supply is limited on both sides. UEFA's competition regulations require the host to make at least 5% of capacity available to visiting supporters, which at Bollaert works out at roughly 1,900 seats. For a club making its debut in the competition, that allocation is unlikely to go far.
The home fixture list also shapes demand. Lens host Sporting CP, Como, Bodø/Glimt and Manchester City in the league phase. Season ticket holders were offered all four as a pack. Anyone who bought that pack for City but cannot make a Wednesday in November is a likely source of resale seats for this match.
Lens made its European tickets unusually accessible in price, but not in volume. Season ticket holders had an exclusive window from 2 to 12 July 2026 to buy a pack covering all four home league phase matches for €108, which the club presented as seats from €27 per match.
Sales to non-subscribers opened on 15 July, online only through the club's ticketing site. Each buyer was limited to two seats per match. With season ticket holders keeping their usual seats where UEFA rules allow, the share of the ground left for the public was always going to be modest.
Como supporters face a separate route. The visiting allocation is passed to the Italian club, which sells it through its own channels, so fans outside that system have limited access to the away section.
That is where a verified resale marketplace fits. Buyers who missed the July sales, overseas fans and groups who need more than two seats together can compare listed seats by stand and price in one place. Listings come from sellers who already hold tickets, so you are not relying on stock being released late.
The two-seat limit matters more than it first appears. A family of four, or a group of friends travelling together, could not buy as one party in the public sale. Resale listings with several seats together are often the only way to keep a group side by side.
Five things set the price for this match: where the seat sits, how strong demand runs, how close the match is, what is riding on the league phase table and whether hospitality is included. Face values at Lens are low by Champions League standards, starting from €27 per match in the season ticket pack. Resale prices sit above that because the public allocation was so small.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Behind the goals (Trannin and Delacourt) | £45 – £90 | Fans who want to be inside at a lower price | Lower sections of both ends include standing areas |
| Longside standard | £60 – £120 | Couples and first-time visitors | Side-on view that makes both penalty areas easy to follow |
| Central longside | £90 – £170+ | Buyers who want a balanced view of the pitch | Central Lepagnot seats give the classic main stand view |
| Premium seating | £140 – £250+ | Buyers wanting comfort and a prime angle | Limited supply close to the hospitality areas |
| Hospitality / VIP | £280 – £550+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Inclusions vary widely by listing |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Across Lens's four home dates, Manchester City in January is likely to command the steepest resale prices, with Sporting CP in October next. Como and Bodø/Glimt should sit lower, which makes this one of the better-value routes into a Champions League night at Bollaert. Results against Sporting and at Club Brugge in October will shape how much is at stake by November.
Standing areas deserve a note. The lower sections of the Trannin, Delacourt and Marek-Xercès Stands are standing areas, so a listing in those blocks means a place on the terrace rather than a fixed seat. Read the listing carefully if you need to sit.
Seats in the Como section are the one area with a capped face value. Under UEFA rules they cannot cost more than comparable home adult tickets, with an upper limit of €50. Those tickets are sold through Como, so the ranges above apply to the home and neutral areas of the ground.
Bollaert-Delelis breaks one football convention. Its kop sits along the side of the pitch in the Marek-Xercès Stand rather than behind a goal, with a standing section below and seats above. The Lepagnot Stand faces it and houses the changing rooms, the press box and the hospitality spaces.
Before choosing a block, study the Stade Bollaert-Delelis seating plan to see how the stands and sections connect. Behind the goals, the Trannin and Delacourt Stands both have popular standing areas in their lower sections.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marek-Xercès, lower standing section | Fans who want to be in the heart of the kop | Lower to mid | The home of the club's most active supporters; expect to stand and sing all night |
| Marek-Xercès, upper seated section | Atmosphere with a seat and a longside view | Mid | Sits above the kop, so you feel the noise without standing in it |
| Lepagnot Stand, central | A balanced view and a calmer setting | Upper | Main stand with the press box and hospitality spaces |
| Delacourt Stand | Home supporters behind a goal | Lower to mid | Lower section is a popular standing area |
| Trannin Stand, home sections | Families and value seekers | Lower to mid | Includes the family section; the stand runs between the railway line and the pitch |
| Como section (Trannin Stand) | Como supporters only | Capped face value | Visitors enter through their own gates in the Trannin Stand; keep Como colours out of home areas |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans are better served by the Lepagnot Stand or the upper Marek-Xercès. Both give a longside view away from the visiting section, with the Lepagnot offering the calmest surroundings in the ground.
For a sense of how this match fits the ground's wider calendar, the full list of Stade Bollaert-Delelis tickets shows every fixture on sale at the venue. Ligue 1 matches run alongside the four Champions League nights.
Como fans who miss out on the allocation should think carefully before buying among home supporters. Segregation applies at UEFA matches, so a seat outside the visiting section means no club colours and no celebrating a Como goal. A central Lepagnot seat among neutrals is the safer choice.
The ground itself has evolved with each major tournament. It was rebuilt for the 1998 World Cup and renovated again ahead of Euro 2016, while standing areas were added to the lower Trannin in 2022. The result is a modern stadium that still keeps its tight, noisy character.
Hospitality at Bollaert-Delelis is based in the Lepagnot Stand, alongside the press box and the changing rooms. For a Champions League night, resale hospitality listings are the simplest way in for buyers who did not secure a club package.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Lounge package in the Lepagnot Stand | Client entertaining | Food and drink before kick-off plus a seat in the main stand |
| Business seat with pre-match dining | Couples marking a special trip | A warm indoor start to the evening with a central view |
| Group corporate package | Companies and larger parties | Seats together in a premium area, which the public sale could not offer |
| Single-match VIP resale listing | Buyers who missed club sales | A route into premium areas without a season-long commitment |
Inclusions differ between listings. Read the notes for dining, seat location and arrival times before you buy.
With kick-off at 21:00, hospitality guests have a long evening. Plan the journey back to Lille or your hotel before the day rather than after the final whistle.
Groups gain the most from hospitality at this ground. Because the public sale capped buyers at two seats per match, a corporate package or group listing is one of the few ways to keep a larger party together in a comfortable part of the stadium.
Lens sells its tickets online through its own ticketing platform. How resale tickets reach you depends on the original sale route, so each listing on 1BoxOffice states the delivery method clearly. Match that detail against your travel plans before paying.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | Which app or account receives the transfer and whether a screenshot will scan at the gate |
| E-ticket (PDF) | The name on the ticket and whether it must be printed or can be shown on a phone |
| Account transfer | That the name and email on the receiving account match your photo ID |
| Collection | The pick-up point, its matchday opening time and the ID required |
Whatever the format, read the listing notes, bring valid photo ID and charge your phone fully if you are using mobile entry. Allow extra time for security screening at the gates.
Visiting supporters use dedicated entrances for the Trannin section, listed on stadium plans as gates 0.7, 1.7 and 2.7. Como fans should follow any meeting point and transport arrangements their club issues for the trip.
Lens railway station is around 15 to 20 minutes from the stadium on foot. Regional trains link Lens with Lille and Arras, while travellers from Paris usually need a connection. Parking near the ground is difficult on matchdays, so the park-and-ride shuttle from Liévin is the better option for drivers.
Arrive early for a reason beyond security. Les Corons is the defining ritual at Bollaert. Being in place well before kick-off means you hear the whole ground sing it rather than catching the end from a queue at a food kiosk.
Resale tickets are not always sent the moment you buy. Many sellers receive their own tickets only shortly before the match, so a dispatch date close to 4 November is normal, provided it matches the timeline on the listing.
1BoxOffice has run a verified ticket marketplace since 2006, with every order backed by a 150% money-back guarantee. Here is how the process works for this match.
Step1
Find the match
Search for Lens against Como on 1BoxOffice and select the Wednesday 4 November date at Bollaert-Delelis.
Step2
Set up your details
Take a minute to create an account with a valid email address so your details are saved and order updates reach you.
Step3
Choose your area
Filter listings by stand, then use the seating guidance above to weigh the kop against a calmer seat in the Lepagnot Stand.
Step4
Pick your quantity
Select how many seats you need. If your group must sit together, choose a listing that states seats are together for the full number.
Step5
Read the listing notes
Every listing shows the delivery type, any standing or supporter restrictions and the expected dispatch timing. Read them in full before you continue.
Step6
Add attendee details
Enter names exactly as they appear on photo ID, as ticket holders can be asked to show identification on entry.
Step7
Pay securely
Complete payment on the secure payment page. An order confirmation follows by email.
Step8
Follow your order
Use track order to follow dispatch and delivery. Your tickets arrive in line with the timeline stated on the listing.
Most overseas buyers will reach Lens through Lille or Paris, then take a regional train. Como supporters travelling from Lombardy face a long journey, so leaving a full day for travel is sensible. Lens is a small town, so book accommodation early or stay in Lille.
Choose a delivery type that works for where you will be when tickets are released. Mobile and e-ticket listings suit travellers, while any physical delivery needs a reliable address agreed within the seller's dispatch window. If you are booking seats together, buy them in one order so they come from a single listing.
UK-based buyers have a straightforward route. Eurostar runs from London to Lille, where a regional connection to Lens turns a Champions League night in northern France into a realistic midweek trip from Britain.
Kick-off at 21:00 means a finish close to 23:00. Plan your route back in advance and keep travel flexible in case fixture details shift.
Como fans who cannot make the trip still have three home nights left after the Leipzig opener. Seats for Manchester United, AEK Athens and Paris Saint-Germain are listed among Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia tickets, a much shorter trip for supporters based in Lombardy.
This will be the first meeting between the clubs in the Champions League, for the simple reason that Como have never played in it before. They are one of four clubs making their debut in the competition this season. Their rise has been rapid, with promotion to Serie A secured in 2023/24 and qualification for Europe's top club competition following two seasons later.
Lens have more experience of this stage, if not recent success. Their three previous campaigns, in 1998/99, 2002/03 and 2023/24, all ended in the group stage with two wins, two draws and two defeats. The 2023/24 run included a 2-1 home win over Arsenal at Bollaert, a result that showed how difficult the ground can be for visitors.
That 2023/24 campaign ended a wait of 21 years since the club's previous appearance in the competition. This season's return, only three years later and as French Cup holders, suggests a club with firmer foundations than in past cycles.
That home record is the reference point for buyers. Lens have shown they can beat established European sides in front of their own supporters, while Como arrive with no Champions League away experience at all. By November Como will have played Leipzig, Feyenoord and Manchester United, but nobody knows how a debutant copes with Bollaert singing Les Corons. That uncertainty is a large part of the appeal.
The wider picture adds weight too. Lens began the season by beating Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Trophée des Champions in August, while Como's league phase includes home matches against Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. For both clubs, November in Lens is a chance to show they belong at this level.
Yes. Season ticket holders had first access in July, but verified sellers on 1BoxOffice list single-match seats with no club account needed.
September and early October usually offer the widest choice, before October's league phase results sharpen interest in the match.
Visiting supporters are housed in the Trannin Stand behind one goal, with tickets sold through Como.
Each listing names its format, whether mobile transfer, PDF e-ticket, account transfer or collection, so pick the one that fits your travel plans.
Yes. Choose a listing that confirms seats together for your full quantity and book the whole party in a single order.
Sources: UEFA official match records, fixture lists, club history and competition regulations; RC Lens official ticketing and stadium information; ESPN, France 24, Football Italia, beIN Sports and CBS Sports reporting; Arsenal FC club preview; ETV Bharat; The Football Faithful; TFC Stadiums; plan-stade.fr.