Buy Real Betis vs Racing Santander tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the fixture set for Sunday 13 December 2026 and kick-off listed for 17:00 at the Estadio La Cartuja. This is the first league meeting between the clubs in almost 15 years, and the first ever staged at La Cartuja, where Betis are playing while the Benito Villamarin is rebuilt.
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Real Betis moved across Seville for the 2025/26 season and will stay at La Cartuja until the rebuild is finished, which changes the matchday experience in ways worth understanding before you choose a seat. Racing arrive back in the top flight after a long absence, having won promotion as champions of the Segunda Division.
This guide covers what you can expect to pay, which area suits which buyer, how hospitality works at La Cartuja, how delivery and entry are handled and every La Liga meeting between the sides with Betis at home. It is built to help you pick the right seat and buy with confidence.
Racing Santander sit around 900 kilometres north of Seville, so the travelling support arrives by plane or after a long drive, and the allocation is a small share of a stadium of this size. For Racing fans, a first league visit to Seville since 2012 is the kind of away day that gets planned months ahead.
Home demand is what tightens the market. Betis relocated their season ticket holders to La Cartuja seat by seat, in order of membership seniority, which means the bulk of the ground was committed before the season started. The extra capacity compared with the Villamarin has been absorbed rather than left spare.
European football adds pressure. Nights such as Real Betis vs FC Porto bring a different level of demand to the same stadium, and supporters budgeting across both competitions often release league seats to cover them. That is where much of the resale supply comes from.
The fixture itself is a gentle one by Betis standards, which works in a visitor's favour. A promoted side in December sits well below the visits of the Madrid clubs or Barcelona on the pricing scale, so the seats that do reach the market are more affordable than they would be for a marquee date.
Seville in December is also an easy sell. Daytime temperatures are mild, the city is busy but not overwhelmed, and a Sunday afternoon kick-off leaves the evening free, which brings in buyers who are visiting the city as much as the football.
There is one more effect of the move worth understanding. Supporters who sat together at the Villamarin for years were reseated at La Cartuja by seniority, which means the pattern of who sits where is still settling. For a buyer, that makes the seat description on a listing more important than any assumption about which end is which.
The short answer is yes, though the club route rewards members first. Understanding how Betis sell their seats explains why the resale market matters here.
Betis are a members' club with a large socio base, and season ticket holders keep their seats for every home league fixture. At La Cartuja those seats were chosen in person by seniority, so the map of the ground was set long before the fixture list mattered.
What reaches general sale depends on the fixture. For a promoted visitor in December, more seats are available than for a Madrid derby or a European night, but sales still open at short notice and the platform is built for Spanish-speaking members.
Seats also return to the market through the club's own release system, where members who cannot attend free up their seat. That mechanism is what puts La Cartuja listings on a marketplace in the days before a match.
A verified marketplace closes the gap for visitors. 1BoxOffice lists seats from verified sellers across the home areas, so you can choose your section, see the price before you commit and buy without a socio number. Listings name the tier and side where available, which matters at a stadium with a running track.
Racing supporters should apply through their own club for the away allocation, which is distributed by the visiting side. Everyone else should treat a home area as the realistic option and follow the colours guidance below.
Buying through a platform that verifies its sellers matters more in a season like this one. Seats come from members who chose them only months ago, delivery methods vary and the stadium layout is new to many of the people selling, so clear listing notes and a guarantee behind the order are worth having.
Five factors drive the price for this match: seat location, demand for the fixture, how close you buy to kick-off, the competition context in the 2026/27 season and the level of hospitality you choose. Betis price by opponent, and a newly promoted side sits at the bottom of that scale, so this is among the more affordable ways to see La Liga football in Seville this season.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier, behind the goal | £30 – £60 | Budget-conscious fans | High and set back, with a full view of the pitch |
| Lower tier, behind the goal | £40 – £75 | Atmosphere seekers | Closest to the vocal home sections |
| Upper tier, long side | £55 – £95 | Couples and small groups | Elevated side-on view that shows the shape of the game |
| Lower tier, central long side | £75 – £140+ | First-time visitors | The closest ordinary seats to the halfway line |
| Hospitality and VIP | £180 – £450+ | Corporate guests and celebrations | Padded central seating with lounge access and catering |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The running track changes the value calculation at this ground. Because the lower rows sit further from the pitch than they would at a football-specific stadium, the elevated seats on the long sides often give a better view than the lowest-priced lower-tier places, and they are worth the small premium.
Single seats and pairs are the most common listings, since supply comes largely from individual members releasing their own seat. Groups of four or more should start looking early.
Prices move with the opponent rather than the calendar at Betis. The Seville derby and the visits of Spain's leading clubs sit far above this fixture, so use those listings as the upper reference point and expect a promoted visitor in December to stay near the bottom of the range.
La Cartuja was built as an athletics stadium in 1999 and holds around 57,600, with a track between the stands and the pitch. That single feature shapes every seat choice here, and it is the main difference between this season and a visit to the Villamarin. The La Cartuja seating plan shows how the tiers and sides are laid out.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower tier, central long side | First visits and a clear view of the play | Highest | The closest ordinary seats, with the hospitality areas alongside |
| Upper tier, central long side | A raised view of the whole pitch | Upper | Height compensates for the distance created by the track |
| Lower tier, corners | Groups and value hunters | Mid | Angled view at a lower price than the central blocks |
| Lower tier, behind the goal | Atmosphere seekers | Mid | Where the noisiest home support gathers at this stadium |
| Upper tier, behind the goal | Budget buyers | Lower | The furthest seats from the action and the lowest prices |
| Visiting sector | Racing Santander supporters only | Mid | Segregated area with its own access, confirmed with the ticket. Racing colours belong here only |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans should look at the long sides, where the crowd is mixed and nobody minds a quiet spectator. If you support Racing but hold seats in a home area, leave the green and white stripes at the hotel.
The stadium is a bowl rather than four separate stands, so noise spreads differently from a tight football ground. Betis supporters have worked to concentrate the atmosphere behind one goal, and that is where the singing comes from on a league afternoon. For every upcoming match here, the Estadio La Cartuja listings show what is available across the season.
Cover varies around the ground, and the upper tiers offer the most protection from rain. December in Seville is mild rather than cold, so shade and shelter matter less than they would in northern Europe.
Families should look at the corners or the upper long sides, away from the noisiest sections. Because the stadium is large and this fixture is not a sell-out event, there is usually a choice of quieter areas.
If you want the noise without committing to an end, the lower-tier corners nearest the home sections give you the singing and the flags while keeping you in a mixed area. At a stadium this size that compromise works better than it would in a tight ground.
Hospitality at La Cartuja runs along the central sections of the main side, where premium seating and lounge areas were fitted out for Betis matches. Packages pair a padded central seat with catering before the match and at half time.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium seat | Couples who want comfort | Padded central seat with a relaxed pre-match routine |
| Lounge package | Fans marking a special occasion | Catering and drinks indoors before kick-off and at half time |
| Business seat | Small groups entertaining clients | Central view with simpler entry and shared facilities |
| Private box | Corporate hosts and larger parties | Dedicated service and a private area for the afternoon |
Hospitality stock is limited because the arrangement at La Cartuja is temporary, so single-match availability appears and disappears quickly. For a fixture of this profile it is easier to secure than for a European night or a Seville derby.
The practical benefit is the walk. Hospitality entrances at La Cartuja are away from the main approaches, which matters at a stadium set on an island site with limited access routes.
Smart casual dress is the safe choice. Arrive early, since getting to and from this stadium takes longer than the distance suggests.
Groups can often combine a few hospitality places with nearby ordinary seats at this fixture, which is much harder when Barcelona or the Madrid clubs visit. Ask early, because the hospitality set-up at La Cartuja is smaller than the club had at its own ground.
Delivery depends on how the seller holds the seat. Spanish clubs issue most tickets digitally, and your listing will state whether the seats arrive by transfer, as a downloadable file or by collection in Seville.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket (app transfer) | Set up the app in advance, accept the transfer promptly and keep your phone charged |
| E-ticket (PDF) | Download it before you travel and turn screen brightness up at the gate |
| Collection in Seville | Note the meeting point and time and keep your order reference to hand |
| Paper ticket | Confirm the delivery address and allow time for courier delivery |
Resale tickets are often released in the final days before the match, once the seller's seat is confirmed as available. Your order status will show when they are ready.
Read the listing notes carefully, carry photo identification and charge your phone fully if you are using mobile entry. Large bags are refused at the gates, so travel light and leave luggage at your accommodation.
Getting to the ground takes planning. La Cartuja sits on the Isla de la Cartuja, north-west of the centre across the river, served by bus and by special matchday services rather than by a metro line, with a walk of around 40 minutes from the historic centre. Allow extra time in both directions.
Leaving the ground needs patience. The Isla de la Cartuja has limited exits and the crowd moves towards the same bridges at once, so plan on 30 to 45 minutes to clear the area, and avoid booking anything tight for the evening.
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Gate times are worth checking. Turnstiles usually open around 90 minutes before kick-off in Spain, and at a stadium with long approach routes that extra hour is genuinely useful rather than dead time.
Seville is straightforward to reach, with an airport 10 kilometres from the centre and direct routes from across Europe, plus high-speed trains that reach Madrid in around two and a half hours. Most visitors fly in, stay centrally and travel out to the stadium on matchday.
If you are travelling as a group, filter for seats listed together and read the notes to confirm the arrangement. La Liga kick-off times are confirmed a few weeks ahead and fixtures can move across the weekend, so book flexible travel where possible.
December weather is mild, with daytime temperatures often in the mid to high teens and evenings that cool quickly. A light jacket is enough for a 17:00 kick-off, though the upper tiers catch more wind than the lower rows.
Seville rewards a longer stay. The cathedral, the Alcazar and the Triana district are all within walking distance of each other, and December is a comfortable month to see them without the summer heat.
Racing supporters planning the return meeting can look ahead to the second half of the season, with Racing Santander vs Real Betis listings already open in Cantabria.
Anyone building a trip around both clubs can also look at the Estadio El Sardinero listings, where Racing play a short walk from the beach on the north coast.
The clubs met regularly through two long spells in the top flight, and the record with Betis at home is one of stubborn draws rather than routine wins. Betis won the first meeting in this record 2-0 in March 1995, then drew three of the next four, including 2-2 in both 1996 and 1997.
Racing's only win in Seville in this record came in May 1998, a 2-0 victory that remains the widest away margin between the sides at a Betis home ground. Two more draws followed before Betis were relegated in 2000 and the fixture paused.
The second spell was more productive for the home side. Betis won 4-2 in June 2003, 2-1 in December 2004, 1-0 in March 2006 and 3-1 in November 2008, though three further meetings between 2003 and 2008 ended level.
The last meeting came in March 2012, a 1-1 draw at the Benito Villamarin, after which Racing dropped out of the top flight and spent more than a decade climbing back. This December's fixture is the first between them since then, and the first at La Cartuja.
The reverse fixtures tell a similar story. Racing were a solid mid-table side through much of this period, capable of taking points anywhere, while Betis alternated between European campaigns and relegation battles, which is why so many of these meetings finished level.
For buyers, the pattern is worth knowing. Eight of the 14 meetings in this record ended level, which is a high proportion for a fixture between a settled top-flight club and a visiting side, and Racing have lost only five times in Seville across the whole series.
What makes this meeting distinctive is the setting rather than the rivalry. Betis are playing in a converted athletics stadium while their own ground is rebuilt, Racing are back in La Liga after 14 years away, and neither side has faced the other in this competition since 2012.
The venue change makes this fixture a genuine first. Everything in the record below happened at a ground Betis have now left behind for two seasons or more, and the atmosphere at La Cartuja is still being built by a support adjusting to a larger, more open stadium.
No La Liga meeting between the clubs has been played at La Cartuja, so the figures below cover every La Liga meeting with Betis as hosts, all of which took place at the Benito Villamarin between 1994/95 and 2011/12.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 14 |
| Real Betis wins | 5 |
| Racing Santander wins | 1 |
| Draws | 8 |
| Real Betis goals | 22 |
| Racing Santander goals | 16 |
| Biggest Real Betis win | Two goals, in 2-0, 4-2 and 3-1 |
| Biggest Racing Santander win | 2-0 |
| First meeting in scope | 05 Mar 1995 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 25 Mar 2012 |
Source: BDFutbol season records, football-data.co.uk and ESPN match data, with every result confirmed by at least two of them.
Results are listed newest first, with the Betis score shown first and the venue given for each.
| Date | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Mar 2012 | 1-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 16 Nov 2008 | 3-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 21 Oct 2007 | 1-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 21 Jan 2007 | 1-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 22 Mar 2006 | 1-0 | Benito Villamarin |
| 12 Dec 2004 | 2-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 21 Sep 2003 | 0-0 | Benito Villamarin |
| 15 Jun 2003 | 4-2 | Benito Villamarin |
| 09 Apr 2000 | 2-2 | Benito Villamarin |
| 14 Feb 1999 | 1-1 | Benito Villamarin |
| 10 May 1998 | 0-2 | Benito Villamarin |
| 06 Apr 1997 | 2-2 | Benito Villamarin |
| 07 Apr 1996 | 2-2 | Benito Villamarin |
| 05 Mar 1995 | 2-0 | Benito Villamarin |
Source: BDFutbol season records, football-data.co.uk and ESPN match reports.
One last point for anyone weighing this against a trip to Madrid or Barcelona: a ticket here costs a fraction of what a comparable seat costs at Spain's wealthiest clubs, Seville costs less to stay in, and the support at Betis is among the loudest in Spain even in a stadium that is not their own.
The Benito Villamarin is being rebuilt, so the club moved its home fixtures across the city from the 2025/26 season.
No, marketplace seats can be bought without a membership number or a season ticket.
Yes, the lower rows sit further back than at a football-specific ground, so elevated seats on the long sides often work better.
Buses and matchday services run from the centre, and the walk takes around 40 minutes, so allow extra time both ways.
Yes, and this fixture offers a better chance than most at this ground, though larger groups should still book early.
Sources: Real Betis official announcements on the move to La Cartuja, published stadium capacity records, BDFutbol season records, football-data.co.uk and ESPN match data.