Buy Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the La Liga meeting at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano scheduled for Sunday 23 May 2027 and kick-off currently listed at 17:00. It falls on matchday 37 of 38, the penultimate round of the campaign. A Sunday evening in late May, two clubs bound by shared history and a final-week table that can still move: few league dates in Madrid carry this much.
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This fixture has a story that starts long before kick-off. Atletico were founded in 1903 by Basque students in Madrid as a branch of Athletic Club, and the two clubs still wear red-and-white stripes more than a century later. For every home date this season, browse all Atletico Madrid tickets, though a late-May weekend against Athletic is one of the league games most likely to fill the ground.
Below you will find what seats cost, where each set of fans sits, how hospitality works, how tickets reach you and the full La Liga home record against Athletic at the Metropolitano. It is everything a buyer needs before choosing a seat.
The Metropolitano holds around 70,000, yet good single-match seats are far harder to find than that figure suggests. Atletico's large membership base takes a big share of the ground, and the Grada de Animacion in the Fondo Sur is largely reserved for members. What reaches general sale tends to sit in the upper tiers or the corners.
The visitors are a big part of the pull. Athletic Bilbao travel in numbers wherever they play, and their famous policy of fielding players developed in the Basque region gives them one of the most loyal followings in Spain. Bilbao is around four to five hours from Madrid by train or road, and a Sunday evening kick-off makes the trip workable for supporters who need to be back at work on Monday.
The reverse fixture adds an edge. Athletic won 3-0 at San Mamés on 5 September 2026, a heavy defeat that Atletico supporters will not have forgotten by May. Home supporters will arrive in May wanting a response, and Athletic fans will travel believing the gap has closed.
Atletico's European nights shape demand too. With the club in the Champions League this season, including the visit of Atletico Madrid vs Bayern Munich, midweek dates at the ground are taken by continental football. Weekend league games become the natural choice for overseas visitors, and a late-May Sunday is high on that list.
The calendar adds the final layer. Matchday 37 can still decide Champions League places, European qualification and, for some clubs, survival. Stakes like that turn a busy listing into a sold-out one in the final fortnight.
Yes, but the club route has limits. Atletico sell general-sale tickets for most league games through the club's website, usually after members have had their chance. League prices start from around €30 and rise for bigger fixtures. The prime central seats often go to socios before the general sale opens.
Club prices also vary by fixture. Atletico group home games into categories based on the opponent and the stakes, and a visit from Athletic in the penultimate round sits above a routine mid-season game. That still leaves face values well below what many visitors expect, which is exactly why the general sale moves so quickly once it opens.
A membership gives you priority, but it does not guarantee a seat in your preferred block or a pair of seats together. The south end, where the Grada de Animacion is based, is generally limited to members, so visitors cannot always choose where they sit through the club. Sales windows can be short, and seats in the lower longside areas are often scarce by the time a general sale opens.
Athletic supporters face their own limits. The away allocation in the top tier of the Fondo Norte is distributed by the visiting club, with priority for its members, and it rarely covers everyone who wants to travel for a late-season weekend in Madrid. Wearing Athletic colours in a home section risks being moved by stewards, so a ticket in the wrong area is not a workaround.
The resale marketplace removes those barriers. You choose the area, see the full price before you commit and receive your tickets through a verified delivery method. You do not need a club account or a membership, and listings stay open after the club's own allocation has gone, which suits neutral visitors and late deciders alike.
Prices for this fixture move with five drivers: seat location, overall demand, fixture timing, competition context and hospitality tier. For the 2026/27 La Liga season, a visit from Athletic sits below the Madrid derby or the visit of Barcelona but above most other league games, and the penultimate-round date pushes it higher still if the European places are tight.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £55 – £90 | Budget-conscious buyers | Third-tier seats and corners with a full view of the pitch |
| Longside standard | £80 – £130 | Most neutral buyers | Lateral Este or Lateral Oeste seats away from the halfway line |
| Lower tier / central | £110 – £180+ | Fans who want to be close to the action | Limited supply because members hold many central rows |
| Premium seating | £170 – £260+ | Couples and small groups wanting comfort | Padded seats on the VIP level between the second and third tiers |
| Hospitality / VIP | £280 – £550+ | Corporate guests and celebrations | Lounge dining, drinks and central seats |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Location matters most along the longsides, where members hold many of the central rows in the lower and middle tiers. Demand climbs if either side still has a European place to play for in the final week. Timing matters because La Liga dates and kick-off times can move for broadcasters, and listings often reprice once the final slot is fixed.
Hospitality sits in its own bracket, priced on what the lounge includes rather than on the view alone. Resale prices are shown in pounds here, while the club prices in euros, so convert at the day's rate to compare like with like. Remember that a resale listing includes delivery and the guarantee, which a face-value seat bought through a club account does not.
The Metropolitano opened for the 2017/18 season and has three main tiers, with a VIP level between the second and third. The Lateral Oeste incorporates part of the athletics stadium that stood on the site, the Lateral Este faces it, the Fondo Sur is the home end and the Fondo Norte sits behind the other goal. Studying the Riyadh Air Metropolitano seating plan before you buy helps you match a block to the evening you want.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lateral Oeste | First-time visitors and hospitality guests | Mid to premium | The main stand with many premium areas and a full view of the pitch |
| Lateral Este | Neutral buyers wanting a side-on view | Mid | Strong sightlines along the touchline, often slightly better value than the main stand |
| Fondo Sur | Fans who want noise and colour | Lower to mid | The home end, with the Grada de Animacion in the lower section; largely reserved for members |
| Fondo Norte (home sections) | Budget-conscious buyers | Lower | An end view behind the goal, segregated from the visiting supporters |
| Away section (Fondo Norte, top tier) | Athletic Bilbao supporters | Lower to mid | The top tier at the north end, steep, with segregation and protective netting; Athletic colours belong here only |
| Upper tier corners | Groups looking for value | Lower | High views across the whole pitch and often the easiest place to find seats together |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans should choose the Lateral Este or Lateral Oeste. With both clubs in red and white, it pays to avoid either side's shirt entirely, since stewards and fellow supporters will read the badge rather than the colours. Those areas give the clearest view of the game, and families tend to prefer the lower and middle tiers along the longsides. For every other event at the ground this season, browse all Riyadh Air Metropolitano tickets.
The Fondo Sur sets the tone. The Grada de Animacion leads the singing for the full 90 minutes, and the roof that covers the stands helps hold the noise inside the bowl. Expect the travelling Basque support in the north end to answer back, which gives this fixture a two-way atmosphere many league games at the ground lack.
The upper tier is steep but rewards buyers with a clear tactical view of the whole pitch. On a warm May evening, the higher rows also catch a breeze that the lower levels miss, which is worth weighing if you are heading straight to the ground after a day in the city.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| VIP seat | Individual fans and small groups | A padded central seat on the VIP level with lounge access before kick-off and at half-time |
| Shared lounge package | Couples and friends marking an occasion | Pre-match dining in a shared lounge with drinks and a reserved seat |
| Private box | Corporate groups | A private space with catering, a dedicated host and seats with a pitch view |
| Premium dining experience | Clients and guests you want to impress | Spanish dining, regional wines and the most central seats in the main stand |
Hospitality at the Metropolitano is concentrated on the VIP level between the second and third tiers, with skyboxes added since the stadium opened. Packages vary by opponent and lounge, and a late-May weekend fixture tends to see corporate demand rise as clients combine the match with a trip to the capital.
If you are booking hospitality through the marketplace, read the listing carefully. Confirm what is included, whether food and drink are covered, the dress code and the time the lounge opens. Some packages include parking or a matchday programme; others do not.
Hospitality also solves the seats-together problem for larger groups. A shared table or private box keeps everyone in one place, which is harder to arrange in the general stands once members have taken their seats. For a 17:00 kick-off, guests can arrive early, eat in comfort and stay on after the final whistle while the crowds clear from the metro.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | The app or wallet it uses, the name on the ticket and when it will be transferred to you |
| E-ticket (PDF) | Whether it needs printing or can be scanned from your phone and that the barcode is clear |
| Ticket transfer | Whether you need a club account to accept the transfer and how long the link stays active |
| Collection | The collection point, its opening hours on matchday and the identification required |
Read the listing notes before you buy so you know the delivery method and timing. Bring valid photo ID, as stewards can ask for it at the turnstiles. If your ticket is on your phone, charge it fully before you set off and save a screenshot as a backup.
Spanish clubs often release tickets only in the final days before a match, so delivery in the week of the game is normal. Your order confirmation shows when to expect them, and support can step in if anything looks wrong.
The stadium sits about 11 kilometres east of the city centre, so walking is not practical. Metro line 7 runs to Estadio Metropolitano station, a few hundred metres from the ground, and the journey from central Madrid takes around 45 minutes including a change. Line 7 gets very busy in the hour before kick-off, and Las Musas, the next station along, is a useful alternative when Estadio Metropolitano is packed. Allow extra time for security at the gates.
Travel light on matchday. Spanish grounds routinely search bags at the perimeter, and large bags or backpacks are often refused, which can mean a long walk back to find storage. A small bag, your phone, photo ID and a payment card are all you need for the evening.
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Search for Atletico against Athletic and open the event listing for 23 May 2027 at the Metropolitano.
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Filter listings by stand or price. Athletic supporters should look for the top tier of the Fondo Norte; neutrals usually prefer the Lateral Este or Lateral Oeste.
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Overseas buyers can choose mobile or e-ticket delivery, which removes the need for a postal address in Spain. If you are travelling as a group, pick listings that confirm seats together and note any restrictions before you pay. Madrid-Barajas is the main airport, and the stadium sits on the eastern side of the city towards it, which makes a short taxi ride practical on matchday.
La Liga fixture dates and times can move once broadcasters finalise their schedules, often only a few weeks ahead, and the final rounds are usually settled late. Book flexible travel and accommodation, or plan a full weekend so a switch to Saturday or Monday does not catch you out. Late May is one of the busiest periods for visitors to Madrid, so hotels near the centre fill early.
The kick-off time suits a city break. A 17:00 start finishes around 19:00, which leaves plenty of time to get back into the centre on line 7 and eat at the hour Madrid itself prefers. Visitors who arrive on Saturday can spend the day before the match in the Retiro or along the Paseo del Prado and still be fresh for a full Sunday at the ground.
Athletic supporters coming from the Basque Country can take the train from Bilbao or drive in around four to five hours, and many make a weekend of it in the capital. Anyone who wants to see the other side of this rivalry can plan a separate trip to San Mamés, where the atmosphere is among the most distinctive in Spain.
No fixture in Spanish football carries a stranger family tree. Atletico began life as a Madrid offshoot of Athletic Club, and the shared stripes are a permanent reminder. The link carried over to the new stadium in an unusual way too: the final match at the old Vicente Calderon, on 21 May 2017, was a 3-1 Atletico win over Athletic, so the Basque club were the last visitors to the old ground before the move to the Metropolitano.
At the new stadium, the record belongs firmly to the hosts. Atletico won the first league meeting here 2-0 in February 2018 and have not lost to Athletic in La Liga at the Metropolitano since, winning eight of nine. The only dropped points came in a goalless draw in September 2021. Several of the wins have been tight, including 3-2 results in November 2018 and April 2026 and a 2-1 win in March 2021, during the season Atletico went on to win the title.
Athletic have tasted success here in another competition. Their win at the ground came in the Copa del Rey, in the first leg of the 2023/24 semi-final, a cup run they went on to complete by lifting the trophy. In the league, though, the Metropolitano remains the one venue where the Basque side are still waiting for a breakthrough.
That is what makes the May 2027 meeting distinctive. Athletic arrive having won the reverse fixture 3-0, with a following that knows its side has never won a league game at this stadium. Atletico supporters will expect the run to continue. For buyers, it adds up to a penultimate-round fixture with history, pride and a two-way atmosphere few other league dates in Madrid can match.
The figures below cover every La Liga meeting at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano with Atletico Madrid as hosts, from the stadium's opening season in 2017/18 to the present. Matches at the Vicente Calderon are excluded.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 9 |
| Atletico Madrid wins | 8 |
| Athletic Bilbao wins | 0 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Atletico Madrid goals | 17 |
| Athletic Bilbao goals | 6 |
| Biggest Atletico Madrid win | 2-0 (twice) and 3-1 |
| Biggest Athletic Bilbao win | None in La Liga at this ground |
| First La Liga meeting in scope | 18 Feb 2018 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 25 Apr 2026 |
Source: RSSSF Spanish season records, cross-referenced with StatMuse and LaLiga match centre data.
Read across the nine games and the pattern is clear. Atletico have kept five clean sheets, and Athletic have scored in only four of their visits. The hosts average close to two goals a game here, while Athletic average fewer than one, yet five of the eight Atletico wins came by a single goal. Copa del Rey ties are excluded, so these figures reflect league football at this ground only.
Every La Liga meeting at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano with Atletico as hosts, newest first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2026 | Atletico 3-2 Athletic |
| 01 Mar 2025 | Atletico 1-0 Athletic |
| 27 Apr 2024 | Atletico 3-1 Athletic |
| 19 Feb 2023 | Atletico 1-0 Athletic |
| 18 Sep 2021 | Atletico 0-0 Athletic |
| 10 Mar 2021 | Atletico 2-1 Athletic |
| 26 Oct 2019 | Atletico 2-0 Athletic |
| 10 Nov 2018 | Atletico 3-2 Athletic |
| 18 Feb 2018 | Atletico 2-0 Athletic |
Source: RSSSF season records and StatMuse, with the 2025/26 result confirmed against the LaLiga match centre.
Yes. The resale marketplace lets you buy without an Atletico membership, a club account or a purchase history.
Buying soon after the date and kick-off time are confirmed usually gives the widest choice. Prices often rise once the final-week stakes become clear.
Visiting supporters are housed in the top tier of the Fondo Norte behind one goal. Athletic shirts should only be worn in that section.
Many listings guarantee adjacent seats and state this in the notes. The upper tier and corners usually have the most pairs and groups available.
Packages typically combine a central seat on the VIP level with lounge access, food and drinks. Inclusions vary, so read each listing before you buy.
Sources: Atletico de Madrid official ticketing and membership information, LaLiga official match centre and fixture list, RSSSF, StatMuse, Onda Vasca, Football Ground Guide and Metro de Madrid.