Buy AC Milan vs Monza tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Coppa Italia round of 16 tie at San Siro scheduled for Wednesday 13 January 2027 at 21:00 Italian time (20:00 UK time). It is a single-match knockout: the winner goes through to the quarter-finals and the loser is out, with extra time and penalties if the sides are level after 90 minutes.
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Cup nights at San Siro have a different feel from league weekends, and this one has a neighbourly edge. AC Milan enter the competition at this stage as one of the eight seeded clubs, while Monza, promoted back to Serie A last summer, have already won twice to get here. The two grounds are only around 15 kilometres apart, so expect a sizeable visiting crowd on a winter weeknight.
This guide covers what drives demand, what seats cost, where to sit, how personalised tickets and delivery work and how every Coppa Italia meeting between the clubs has played out. Everything below exists to help you pick the right seat and arrive without surprises.
The visitors bring a story with them. Monza were owned from 2018 to 2025 by Fininvest, the Berlusconi family holding company that once owned Milan, with former Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani running the club. That era took Monza into Serie A for the first time in 2022 and turned every meeting with Milan into a family affair. The club changed hands in 2025, but the connection still colours the fixture.
Monza have earned their place. They beat Avellino 3-0 at home in August and then won 1-0 in Turin in September to reach the last 16, a run that followed promotion through the Serie B play-offs in May 2026. For a club back in the top flight, a knockout night at San Siro is one of the highlights of the season.
The prize is clear too. The winner meets the winner of Como FC vs Cremonese in the quarter-finals in February, with the final at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on 19 May 2027. For Milan, who went out at this stage last season, the cup is a realistic route to silverware.
The format raises the stakes further. Ties are single matches up to the quarter-finals, the semi-finals are played over two legs and the final is a one-off in Rome. Inter are the holders after beating Lazio 2-0 in the 2026 final, and Milan, who last lifted the trophy in 2003, see the competition as one of their clearest routes to silverware this season.
The league adds another layer. The sides also meet twice in Serie A in 2026/27, and the cup tie falls between Monza's home league game and the return fixture, AC Milan vs Monza at San Siro in the spring, so the neighbours will see a lot of each other in a few months. Milan have won all three of their Serie A home games against Monza, which only sharpens Monza's appetite for a cup upset.
Then there is the history. The only previous knockout tie between the clubs, in September 1964, went Monza's way after extra time. Visiting supporters will remind anyone who listens, and it gives the night a little more bite than a typical early-round cup match.
Yes, though cup ties at San Siro have their own sales pattern. Milan's 2026/27 Plus season ticket includes the Coppa Italia round of 16, so those holders already have a seat. Classic season ticket holders, who have Serie A matches only, usually get first access before general sale, followed by holders of the Carta CuoreRossonero supporter card.
Whatever remains goes on general sale through the club's booking site, often only a couple of weeks before the match. Early-round cup ties have drawn big crowds recently, more than 71,000 against Bari and over 54,000 against Lecce in 2025, so central seats on the longsides can go quickly once a local opponent is confirmed.
Timing on the club side is another reason buyers turn to resale. Cup sales are usually announced only a couple of weeks before the match, after the Christmas break, which leaves little room for overseas visitors who need to book flights and hotels well in advance. Securing a seat first and planning the trip around it is the safer order.
Italian rules tie each ticket to a named holder. Photo ID is shown with the ticket at the pre-filter gates, so any listing you buy must be issued or transferred in your name, a point covered in the seller's notes.
Monza supporters buy through their own club for the visiting allocation. Away sales in Italy are normally limited to registered supporters, and the authorities can impose extra restrictions for any fixture they class as higher risk. With Monza so close to Milan, demand from the Brianza for the away sector is likely to be strong.
The marketplace route suits buyers without priority status or those planning travel ahead of the club's own sale. Verified sellers on 1BoxOffice list seats across every sector, with the delivery method and any name-change step stated before you pay.
Five things move the price for this tie: where the seat sits in the bowl, how strong demand is that week, how close the match is, what is at stake in a knockout round of the 2026/27 Coppa Italia and whether hospitality is included. Cup prices at San Siro are usually lower than for league matches, and current listings start at around £25.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third ring (terzo anello), red or blue | £25 – £45 | Budget buyers and first visits | Steep climb and a distant view, though the full bowl is in sight |
| Second ring curves, blue or green | £35 – £65 | Atmosphere seekers | The blue curve sits beside the Curva Sud home support |
| First ring longside, red or orange | £50 – £95 | Close-to-pitch views | Front rows sit low and lose some depth of view |
| Second ring central, red or orange | £70 – £140+ | Neutrals and couples | Raised, central and usually the first to sell |
| Hospitality and VIP | £180 – £500+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Lounge access, catering and padded seats |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The ring matters as much as the colour. A second ring seat in the red sector can cost two or three times a third ring seat directly above it, even though both look over the same halfway line. Cup prices tend to move less than league prices, but a local opponent and a knockout format can lift demand for the central blocks in the final week.
A January evening also changes the calculation. San Siro can be bitterly cold on a winter night and the highest seats feel the wind most, so many buyers pay a little more for the second ring, where the crowd packs in closer around them.
San Siro is read by colour before anything else. The red sector is the west main stand, orange runs along the east side, blue is the Curva Sud and green is the Curva Nord. For Milan home matches, the Curva Sud is the heart of the rossoneri support. The San Siro seating plan shows how the orange side has only two rings while the other three sectors have three.
Entry changed for 2026/27. Construction for the new stadium has reorganised the area outside the ground, entrances are now assigned by section and the gate printed on your ticket is the only one you can use. On the west side, entrances 7 to 10 now work as exit gates after the final whistle.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red sector (west main stand) | Neutrals wanting the classic broadcast angle | Mid to premium | Second ring central blocks give the strongest mix of height and closeness |
| Orange sector (east side) | Longside views at a slightly lower price | Mid to premium | Only two rings here, so second ring seats sit at the top of the stand |
| Blue Curva Sud, first and second rings | Milan supporters wanting noise | Mid | Banners and standing are normal, so expect to be on your feet |
| Green Curva Nord, lower rings | Value seekers happy behind a goal | Lower to mid | Quieter than the blue curve for a Milan home match |
| Third ring, red or blue | Budget buyers and groups | Lower | Long climb up the ramps and cold on a January night; arrive early |
| Away section, green third ring | Monza supporters | Club allocation | Traditionally the visitors' sector, reduced in capacity for 2026/27 and sold through Monza; red and white belong here only |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans are better off on a longside in the red or orange sectors, away from the curves. Monza supporters holding a home ticket should sit quietly and leave the scarf at home, as stewards can move visiting colours out of home sections. Every sector on sale for this match appears in our San Siro tickets range.
Part of the green third ring, sections 343 to 350, is now sold to Milan supporters for every match after the away section was reduced. Buyers looking at that area should read the section number carefully to be sure they are in a home block.
Height changes the experience more than at most grounds. The third ring was added for Italia 90 and sits on eleven cylindrical concrete towers, so its seats are steep and far from the pitch but show the whole shape of the game. For a first visit on a cold night, the second ring is the reliable middle ground.
Milan's hospitality is built around the red Tribuna d'Onore and the orange side, with packages that pair a reserved seat with a lounge. Cup ties are a popular, lower-priced way into the club's premium areas for guests who might not secure a seat for a big league night.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Tribuna d'Onore premium seat | Couples and solo visitors | Central honour-stand seat with the classic view over halfway |
| Premium seat with lounge access | Fans marking a special trip | Food and drinks indoors before kick-off and at half-time |
| Hospitality dining package | Small groups and celebrations | Dining, drinks and a premium seat in one booking |
| Sky box | Companies and private parties | Private space with catering and a view across the pitch |
Package names and inclusions can change from season to season, so read each listing carefully. Some options include dinner before kick-off, which suits a 21:00 start, while others cover the seat and lounge access only. The listing notes state exactly what is included before you pay.
A lounge also takes the edge off a winter evening. Guests arrive at a set time, eat indoors and walk to covered seats shortly before kick-off, then avoid the coldest part of the night by staying inside until the crowds around the stadium thin.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile e-ticket | The ticket shows your name and assigned entrance; screenshots may be refused |
| PDF e-ticket | Print it clearly or keep the file offline; the barcode must scan at the turnstile |
| Name change | Allow time for the seller to transfer the holder name before the deadline |
| Hospitality collection | Collection point, lounge entrance and the time your package opens |
Read the listing notes before paying, since they state the delivery type and any name-change step. Bring valid photo ID that matches the name on the ticket and charge your phone fully for mobile entry, because signal around the stadium drops when a big crowd arrives at once.
Metro line M5 to San Siro Stadio and tram 16 are the simplest routes; allow at least an hour from central Milan. Gates usually open well before kick-off, and the new section-based entrances mean you should follow the signs to the gate printed on your ticket rather than the nearest open one.
Pack for the weather. Large umbrellas, lighters, flares, helmets and professional cameras are on the stadium's prohibited list, so a warm coat, gloves and a hat are the practical way to stay comfortable on a January night.
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Use track order to follow your delivery, then load the tickets on your phone before heading to San Siro.
Cup ties are already among the more affordable ways to see Milan at San Siro. These habits stretch a budget further.
Milan is one of the easiest football cities in Europe to reach. Linate is closest to the centre, Malpensa handles most long-haul flights and Bergamo serves many short-haul routes, with trains and coaches linking all three to the city. Mobile and PDF e-tickets suit overseas buyers, but Italian tickets carry the holder's name, so make sure each guest's details are correct before the seller transfers them. If you are travelling as a group, filter for listings that guarantee seats together.
Milan in mid-January is quieter than in peak season, and hotel prices around the centre often reflect it. A day in the city before the match leaves time for the Duomo and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, both a short metro ride from San Siro.
A 21:00 kick-off on a Wednesday means a late finish, so book a hotel for the night rather than planning a same-evening flight home. Cup dates and times are set by the league and can still be adjusted for broadcasters, so choose flexible flights and refundable rooms where possible.
Monza supporters have one of the shortest away trips of their season, around 15 kilometres by train or road. Anyone following Monza through their first season back in Serie A can pair this cup night with a home game at the Stadio Brianteo, now known as the U-Power Stadium.
Milan and Monza have met seven times in the Coppa Italia, and most of those games came in the group formats of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Milan won both group meetings in 1958, 4-1 in Monza and 1-0 at San Siro, then won group games against Monza again in 1968, 1971, 1979 and 1987. The 1987 meeting was switched to San Siro at Monza's request to fit a bigger crowd, and more than 44,000 watched Milan win 2-0.
The exception is the one that matters most for a knockout night. In September 1964, the clubs met in a single-match first-round tie in Monza, and the hosts won 2-1 after extra time. It remains Monza's only win over Milan in the competition and the only previous knockout tie between the clubs, so January 2027 will be the first Coppa Italia knockout meeting at San Siro.
The modern relationship has been shaped by ownership as much as by results. Under the Berlusconi family's Fininvest, Monza rose from Serie C to Serie A between 2018 and 2022, and the two clubs played a series of friendlies for the Trofeo Silvio Berlusconi. Those games are not part of the competitive record, but they explain why both sets of supporters treat this tie as more than an ordinary early-round cup match.
What makes this tie distinctive is the gap between the record and the memory. Milan have won six of seven cup meetings, yet the one Monza remember is the knockout tie they won. A single match at San Siro, with extra time and penalties in reserve, gives the visitors a chance to repeat it.
Exact-scope history at San Siro is limited to two Coppa Italia meetings, so this record covers all Coppa Italia meetings between the sides at any venue, from 1958 to 1987. Serie A, Serie B and friendly matches are excluded.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 7 |
| AC Milan wins | 6 |
| Monza wins | 1 |
| Draws | 0 |
| AC Milan goals | 14 |
| Monza goals | 3 |
| Biggest AC Milan win | 4-1 |
| Biggest Monza win | 2-1 (after extra time) |
| First Coppa Italia meeting | 22 Jun 1958 |
| Most recent Coppa Italia meeting | 30 Aug 1987 |
Source: Coppa Italia results cross-referenced between Transfermarkt, RSSSF and the Italian football archive records. Milan's 3-0 win in 1968 matched the three-goal margin of the 4-1.
Milan have kept five clean sheets in the seven meetings, and Monza have scored in only two of them. The clubs have never drawn a Coppa Italia match, which suits a single-leg knockout tie where a winner must be found on the night. The 1964 tie is the only meeting between them that needed extra time, and no Coppa Italia game between the clubs has ever gone to penalties.
Recent league meetings follow a similar pattern at San Siro, where Milan won all three Serie A games between 2022 and 2025. Monza's one league win over Milan came at home in February 2024, a 4-2 victory that reminded everyone the visitors can raise their level against their neighbours.
Every Coppa Italia meeting between the sides, newest first, with the home side named first in the score.
| Date | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug 1987 | Milan 2-0 Monza | San Siro, Milan (switched from Monza) |
| 22 Aug 1979 | Milan 2-0 Monza | Stadio Galleana, Piacenza (played away from both clubs' grounds) |
| 29 Aug 1971 | Monza 0-1 Milan | Monza (some records list it as a Milan home tie) |
| 14 Sep 1968 | Monza 0-3 Milan | Stadio Sada, Monza |
| 06 Sep 1964 | Monza 2-1 Milan (aet) | Stadio Sada, Monza |
| Jul 1958 | Milan 1-0 Monza | San Siro, Milan |
| 22 Jun 1958 | Monza 1-4 Milan | Stadio Sada, Monza |
Source: every score confirmed by Transfermarkt and the Italian Coppa Italia season records, with RSSSF for the 1960s to 1980s. The second 1958 meeting is recorded as either 9 or 13 July, so only the month is shown.
Only the Plus version does. Classic holders and other fans need a separate ticket, which you can buy here without any membership.
It goes to extra time and then penalties if needed, so allow for a finish well after 23:00.
In the visitors' sector of the green third ring, sold through Monza. Red and white should stay out of sight in every home sector.
Usually, yes. Early Coppa Italia rounds at San Siro are among the more affordable ways to see Milan at home.
Yes, as long as you supply each guest's full name as shown on their passport or ID. The name must match at the gate.
Sources: AC Milan official match centre and ticketing information, Lega Serie A Coppa Italia 2026/27 schedule, Transfermarkt, RSSSF and Italian Coppa Italia season records.