Buy Racing Santander vs Celta Vigo tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the match set for Sunday 24 January 2027 at the Campos de Sport de El Sardinero, Matchday 21 of La Liga. The league confirms kick-off times a few weeks before each round, and the listing updates as soon as the slot is announced. It is the first top-flight meeting between these clubs in Santander for more than 20 years.
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Racing are back in La Liga after 14 seasons away, promoted as champions of the second tier in 2025/26, and every home game at El Sardinero now carries the feel of a reunion. Supporters planning a trip can compare every home date on our Racing Santander tickets listings before settling on this one.
For buyers, this is a fixture with a score to settle. Celta won the reverse fixture 5-0 in Vigo in September, and they also knocked Racing out of the Copa del Rey at El Sardinero in January 2025. The home crowd will want a very different afternoon, and seats in a ground of around 22,500 go quickly when Santander senses a big day.
Promotion has transformed demand in Santander. Racing spent more than a decade outside the top flight, and the return of La Liga football has pushed season ticket sales and matchday interest to levels the club has not seen in years. With a capacity of just over 22,500, the stadium is one of the smaller grounds in the division, so even a mid-table fixture can sell out through members.
The mood in the city explains why. Racing sealed their return to the top flight in May 2026 after a long spell that included time in the third tier, and the promotion season built a huge following for home games. Many supporters who drifted away during the lean years are back, and the first La Liga campaign in 14 years has become the hottest ticket in Cantabria.
The visitors add to the pressure on supply. Supporters of Celta Vigo have a relatively short trip along the northern coast, and this fixture pits two historic clubs from Spain's Atlantic north against each other.
Celta are also playing in the Europa League this season, which raises their profile and draws neutral interest to their league games. It also means a crowded fixture list for the visitors in January, and Santander will see this as a chance to catch a stretched squad.
Timing plays a part too. A Sunday fixture in late January suits visitors who want a weekend on the Cantabrian coast, and Santander's beaches, seafront and old town make it an easy city to build a short trip around. That mix of local and visiting demand keeps pressure on the central sections of the side stands.
The atmosphere is a draw in its own right. The Gradona behind one goal is where Racing's most vocal supporters gather, and after 14 years in the lower divisions the crowd treats every top-flight home game as an event. For many visitors, the chance to see a traditional Spanish ground at full voice is as much the reason to go as the football.
Rarely through the club. Most of El Sardinero is taken by season ticket holders, and the remaining seats go to club members before any general sale. For a top-flight fixture in the first season back, that general sale window is usually short, and the central seats go first.
Overseas buyers face an extra hurdle. Club sales usually require a registered club account and priority goes to members, which makes the club route difficult for visitors planning a one-off trip. Many international fans find that the marketplace is the only realistic way in.
On 1BoxOffice, you do not need a membership, a season ticket or a club account. Sellers list seats they already hold, the price is shown before you pay and every order is covered by the 150% money-back guarantee. You can compare stands, filter for seats together and buy without waiting for a sales window.
Supply on the resale market comes mainly from season ticket holders who cannot attend. Listings appear gradually, and many surface once the kick-off time is confirmed and holders know whether the slot suits them. If the section you want is not listed on your first visit, check again after the time is announced.
Celta supporters follow a separate route. The visiting club sells its allocation to its own members and supporter groups, and fans who miss out and buy in the home areas must keep colours covered, as the seating section below explains.
Five factors shape what you pay for seats at the match. Seat location comes first, with central seats in the side stands priced well above the upper corners. Demand from a newly promoted home crowd, the confirmed kick-off slot, the La Liga context in January and the hospitality tier you choose all move the total. The ranges below reflect typical resale pricing for the 2026/27 season.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £40 – £75 | Budget-conscious buyers and first-time visitors | High view over the whole pitch in a compact ground |
| Longside standard | £60 – £110 | Couples and small groups wanting a balanced view | Good sightlines without the central premium |
| Lower tier / central | £90 – £160+ | Buyers who want to be close to the action | Near the halfway line; limited resale supply |
| Premium seating | £140 – £240+ | Buyers wanting a prime angle and extra comfort | Central sections of the main stand |
| Hospitality / VIP | £220 – £450+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Box or lounge access with food and drinks |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
For context, this sits in the middle of Racing's home price range. The visits of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid draw far higher prices, while a fixture against Celta offers a full-house atmosphere at a more affordable level. Buyers who want a central view without the top-end cost should focus on the upper sections of the side stands.
Watch how prices move in the final fortnight. Once the kick-off time is fixed, some season ticket holders who cannot make the slot list their seats, which can bring fresh supply into the central sections. At the same time, late demand from visitors who have just booked their trip can push prices up, so buyers who already know their dates are usually better off securing seats early.
The Campos de Sport de El Sardinero opened in 1988 and holds around 22,500, with four separate stands close to the pitch. The Gradona behind one goal is the heart of the home support, the Fondo Sur closes off the other end and the two long sides, the Tribuna Este and Tribuna Oeste, hold most of the central seating and the premium areas. Because the ground is compact, even the corners give a clear view of the whole pitch.
The stadium is also heading for change. The club has plans to expand El Sardinero to around 27,000 by enlarging the east and west stands and adding more boxes, with the work designed to be carried out in phases so Racing can keep playing at home. For 2026/27 the capacity stays at roughly 22,500, which is a big reason why seats are so scarce in the first season back.
Visiting supporters have in recent seasons been placed in the south-west corner of the ground, a change the club made to avoid empty seats in the section facing the television cameras. The away area is separated from the home sections and stewarded, so Celta fans holding home-area tickets should keep sky blue out of sight to avoid problems.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gradona | Home fans who want the loudest atmosphere | Lower to mid-range | The loudest part of the ground; rarely available on resale |
| Fondo Sur | Home fans wanting an end view | Lower-priced | Faces the Gradona; a good view of the home choreography |
| Tribuna Oeste | Buyers wanting the classic broadcast angle | Upper-mid to premium | Close to the dugouts and tunnel; heavy demand |
| Tribuna Este | Couples, families and neutral buyers | Mid-range | Clear side-on view, calmer atmosphere |
| Corners | Budget-minded buyers and groups | Lower-priced | More seats together are often available here |
| Away section, south-west corner | Celta supporters with away-allocation tickets | Lower-priced | Separated from home areas; colours only in this section |
Neutral buyers and first-time visitors usually get the most from the Tribuna Este, where the whole pitch is visible and the noise from the Gradona carries across the ground. Celta fans without an away ticket should pick the side stands rather than seats near the Gradona, and keep shirts and scarves out of sight until they leave the stadium.
Buyers who want atmosphere without joining the Gradona can look at the Fondo Sur, which faces the home end and gives a clear view of the flags and singing opposite. The angle is less complete than a side-stand view, but prices are lower and the compact shape of the ground keeps you close to the action.
Weather is worth a thought. Santander in January is mild but often wet and windy off the Bay of Biscay, and parts of the stadium are exposed, so check whether your block is covered and bring a waterproof layer. The club has been working on the roof panels in 2026, but seats near the front of each stand can still catch the rain.
Hospitality at El Sardinero is smaller in scale than at the big city clubs, with a limited number of boxes and premium seats in the main stand. That makes it an intimate option for a special occasion, and it also means the packages that exist tend to sell early for the headline fixtures of Racing's first season back.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium seat with lounge access | Individuals and pairs | Central seat plus pre-match food and drinks |
| Dining package | Clients and celebration groups | Seated meal with a premium matchday seat |
| Shared box | Small corporate teams | Private space for part of the afternoon with outdoor seating |
| Private box | Companies hosting larger groups | Exclusive use, catering and a private view of the pitch |
The club's published hospitality descriptions vary by product, so read each listing carefully before you buy. Typical inclusions are a welcome drink, food, a matchday programme and lounge access at half-time. Dress codes are generally smart casual.
The club has plans to expand the ground, including more boxes in the main areas, but for 2026/27 the premium offer remains limited. If you want hospitality for this fixture, it pays to book early rather than wait for the kick-off time to be confirmed.
Delivery depends on the seller and the format the club uses for this fixture. Every listing on 1BoxOffice states the delivery method before you pay, so there are no surprises on matchday.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket (app transfer) | Install the club app and set up your account before the transfer arrives |
| E-ticket (PDF) | Check the name and seat details, then save the file offline or print it |
| Paper ticket by courier | Confirm your delivery address and allow time for international shipping |
| Collection on or before matchday | Note the collection point, opening hours and the ID you need to bring |
Always read the listing notes, bring valid photo ID and charge your phone fully if you are using mobile entry. Large bags are best left at your accommodation, and glass bottles, cans and pyrotechnics are not allowed in. Aim to arrive well before kick-off, because the entrances get busy in the final half-hour.
The stadium sits in the Sardinero district, just back from the beach and a short ride from the city centre. City buses run along the seafront towards the ground and a taxi from the centre takes around 10 to 15 minutes, but traffic builds on matchdays, so allow extra time or walk the last stretch along the promenade.
Many supporters make a day of it before kick-off. The streets around the Sardinero beach fill with fans in the hours before the game, and the bars and restaurants along the seafront are the natural meeting point for home and neutral supporters alike. Arriving early lets you enjoy that build-up without rushing the entrance queues.
Do not worry if your tickets are not in hand weeks before the game. Clubs often release mobile tickets close to matchday, so many sellers can only deliver in the final days, and your order status updates as soon as the tickets are sent. The 150% money-back guarantee covers you if a seller fails to deliver in time.
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Santander is easier to reach than many visitors expect. The city's airport sits just outside the centre with flights from several European cities, Bilbao airport is around an hour away by road and ferries sail from the south coast of England to Santander, which makes a football weekend by sea a real option for UK buyers. Overseas buyers usually choose e-tickets or mobile transfers, as courier delivery needs a reliable address and time for shipping.
If you are travelling as a group, filter for seats together and book as early as possible, because pairs and fours in the same row go first. La Liga kick-off times are confirmed only a few weeks ahead and can shift within the weekend, so choose flexible flights and hotels. Celta fans usually travel along the northern coast by car or coach, and many make a weekend of it in Santander.
Racing were one of the ten founding members of La Liga in 1929, and Celta have been a fixture of Spanish top-flight football for most of their history, so this is a meeting of two traditional clubs from the Atlantic north. Their most regular era of league meetings came through the 1990s and early 2000s, when El Sardinero was a fortress in this fixture.
Racing won their first five home league meetings with Celta at the new stadium between 1994 and 1998, and later won three in a row by 3-0 between 1999 and 2002, at a time when Celta were one of the strongest sides in Spain and regulars in European competition. Celta did not win a league game in Santander until February 2006, at the 11th attempt.
The most famous meeting came in March 2004, a 4-4 draw during the season Celta played in the Champions League and were relegated from La Liga. After 2007 the clubs went their separate ways: Celta returned to the top flight in 2012 and have stayed there, while Racing dropped out the same year and spent 14 seasons in the lower divisions. Their paths crossed again in the Copa del Rey in January 2025, when Celta won 2-3 at El Sardinero in a tie the home side came close to taking.
What makes this fixture distinctive is the gap in time. For two decades the clubs have lived in different worlds, and the reverse fixture this season, a 5-0 Celta win at the Estadio de Balaídos in September 2026, showed how far apart they started. Yet the history at El Sardinero points the other way, and a full house in Santander will expect Racing to make it count.
The figures below cover every La Liga meeting at the current Campos de Sport de El Sardinero with Racing as hosts, from February 1994 to October 2006.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 12 |
| Racing Santander wins | 8 |
| Celta Vigo wins | 1 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Racing Santander goals | 25 |
| Celta Vigo goals | 11 |
| Biggest Racing Santander win | 3-0 (16 Oct 1999, 15 Apr 2001 and 15 Dec 2002) |
| Biggest Celta Vigo win | 0-1 (5 Feb 2006) |
| First La Liga meeting in scope | 13 Feb 1994 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 1 Oct 2006 |
Source: La Web del Racing season archives, cross-checked against La Liga season results tables.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2006 | 1-1 |
| 05 Feb 2006 | 0-1 |
| 21 Mar 2004 | 4-4 |
| 15 Dec 2002 | 3-0 |
| 15 Apr 2001 | 3-0 |
| 16 Oct 1999 | 3-0 |
| 31 Oct 1998 | 2-2 |
| 05 Apr 1998 | 2-1 |
| 16 Mar 1997 | 1-0 |
| 04 Oct 1995 | 2-1 |
| 26 Feb 1995 | 2-0 |
| 13 Feb 1994 | 2-1 |
Scores shown with Racing Santander first. Source: La Web del Racing and La Liga season results tables.
For buyers, the list tells a clear story. Racing lost only once in 12 La Liga meetings with Celta at El Sardinero and scored in all but one of them, while the 4-4 in 2004 shows how open this fixture can become. Recent form favours the visitors after their 5-0 win in Vigo this season, but the ground's record gives the home crowd every reason to believe.
Yes. On 1BoxOffice you can buy from verified sellers without a membership, season ticket or club account.
La Liga confirms exact times a few weeks before each round, and the listing updates once the slot is announced.
Visiting supporters have in recent seasons been placed in the south-west corner, separated from the home sections.
Yes. Use the quantity filter to show only listings where seats sit together, and book early because larger blocks go first.
Packages usually pair a premium seat with lounge or box access and food and drinks, though the number available is limited.
Sources: Real Racing Club official match and stadium information, La Web del Racing archives, Racinguismo, La Liga season results tables, RC Celta match reports and Spanish press coverage of the 2026/27 fixtures.