Buy Marseille vs Angers SCO tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Matchday 20 meeting at the Stade Vélodrome listed for Saturday 13 February 2027 at 15:00 local time (14:00 UK time). Ligue 1 confirms exact kick-off slots with its broadcasters a few weeks before each round, so treat the Saturday listing as the working plan and keep travel bookings flexible until the league publishes the final time.
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A home game at the Vélodrome is one of the great experiences in European football, whoever the visitors are. Marseille fill a 67,000-seat bowl with noise from first whistle to last, and a February Saturday on the Mediterranean adds a winter-sun weekend to the match. The last meeting here ended 2-2 in October 2025, and Angers have made a habit of taking points away from this ground.
Huge demand from season ticket holders and supporter groups, a stadium where the two ends are run by those groups and a trip that suits overseas visitors all shape what you pay and where you can sit. The sections below cover each part of the decision, from which stand suits you to how delivery and entry work on the day.
Marseille draw some of the largest crowds in France, and demand does not drop much for visits from smaller clubs. The Vélodrome holds 67,394 for football, and in October 2025 a crowd of 64,599 watched the 2-2 draw with Angers, a record attendance for this fixture. A large season ticket base and the supporter groups that fill both curves take much of that capacity before matchday sales begin.
Marseille finished fifth in Ligue 1 in 2025/26 and are playing in the Europa League this season, which keeps interest high across the calendar. European nights such as the October visit of Olympiacos draw their own crowds, and league games in between benefit from that momentum, with many visitors combining a weekend in the city with a Saturday or Sunday match. A Saturday league fixture in February is also an easier day out for visitors than a midweek European night, so neutral buyers and overseas fans often target games like this one.
Angers SCO bring a smaller travelling support, but they arrive with a record that worries home fans. Since Angers returned to the top flight in 2015, they have won once and drawn five times in ten league visits to the Vélodrome. The reverse fixture at the Stade Raymond Kopa in October will set the tone for the February return.
Timing adds another layer. Matchday 20 falls just past the midpoint of the season, when the race for European places and the fight against relegation both start to take shape. A home win against Angers is the kind of result Marseille need to keep pace near the top, and the crowd will expect it.
Yes, but supply is limited. Marseille sell matchday tickets through the club's ticketing site, with season ticket holders already occupying a large share of the stadium before any single-match tickets go on sale. The two curves behind the goals are closely linked to the club's supporter groups, which leaves the side stands as the main source of general-sale seats.
Popular league games can sell out within days of release. Buyers who wait until the final week often find only scattered single seats left in the side stands, especially on a Saturday when the city is full of weekend visitors. Groups who want to sit together face the hardest task, since blocks of three or four adjacent seats are the first to go.
Angers fans have a separate route. In French football, away allocations are normally sold through the visiting club, and the size of the away section is set by the authorities shortly before each match. Angers supporters who miss out, or who want to sit with friends in a neutral area, have few options through club channels.
That is where the marketplace fits in. Buying through 1BoxOffice removes the need for a season ticket, a club account or a place in a sales queue on release day. You choose your stand, see the full price before you commit and receive your tickets ahead of the match, with every order protected by the guarantee described in the buying steps below.
Five things drive resale prices for this match. Seat location comes first, with the central sections of the Ganay and Jean-Bouin stands commanding a clear premium. Demand follows, and the Vélodrome's reputation draws home fans, visitors and neutrals for almost every league game. Timing is the third factor, since prices often firm up once Ligue 1 confirms the exact kick-off. The competition context of the 2026/27 season, with Marseille chasing the European places, is the fourth. The fifth is hospitality, where the stadium offers one of the largest VIP areas in France.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £45 – £70 | Budget-conscious fans who want a full view | Upper side stand seats towards the corners |
| Longside standard | £60 – £95 | First-time visitors and small groups | Ganay or Jean-Bouin seats away from the halfway line |
| Lower tier / central | £85 – £130+ | Buyers who want to be close to the action | Lower or middle tier side stand seats near halfway |
| Premium seating | £120 – £190+ | Couples and business guests | Central side stand seats with the clearest view of the pitch |
| Hospitality / VIP | £220 – £450+ | Corporate groups and special occasions | Lounge or private box with catering and a premium seat |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The gap between face value and resale reflects how few seats reach general sale in a stadium where season tickets and supporter groups hold so much of the capacity. Listings for this fixture currently start from around £48, which gives you a useful floor when comparing options.
Expect movement at two points. The first comes when Ligue 1 announces the exact slot for Matchday 20, as buyers who were waiting on the date commit and some sellers reprice. The second comes in the final week, when season ticket holders who cannot attend release their seats. Neither guarantees a lower price, but both widen the choice of stands and seat pairs.
The Vélodrome has been Marseille's home since 1937 and was rebuilt for Euro 2016, when a roof was added over most of the seating. That roof keeps the noise inside the bowl and makes the upper tiers louder than in many open stadiums. The two long stands are the Tribune Ganay and the Tribune Jean-Bouin, and the two curves are the Virage Nord, named after Patrice de Peretti, and the Virage Sud Chevalier-Roze. Before you choose a block, study the Vélodrome seating plan to see how each stand and tier is laid out.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Jean-Bouin | Buyers who want comfort and a central view | Mid to high | Long side with most of the hospitality floors; central sections sell first |
| Tribune Ganay | Groups wanting a side view at fair cost | Mid to high | Opposite long side; the middle tier gives a strong balance of height and closeness |
| Virage Sud Chevalier-Roze | Fans who want noise and singing | Lower | Home curve driven by supporter groups; standing, flags and OM colours only |
| Virage Nord De Peretti | Fans who want the full curve experience | Lower | The other home curve, equally loud; expect to stand all game |
| Away section (upper tier) | Angers supporters | Lower | Visiting fans are housed in the upper tier with access through Gate 20; size set before each match; wear black and white here only |
| Upper side stand corners | Value hunters and neutral buyers | Lower | High view of the whole bowl and both curves at a lower price |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans usually get the most from the middle tier of the Ganay or Jean-Bouin stands, where you see both curves in full voice without being inside either. The curves are an experience in their own right, but they are for supporters who want to stand and sing for 90 minutes. The full list of matches at the Vélodrome shows every home date on sale this season if you want to compare fixtures.
Seat choice also depends on who you are travelling with. Families tend to prefer the side stands, away from the drums and flags of the curves. Angers fans without an away ticket should pick a neutral side-stand seat and keep club colours out of sight until they leave the ground.
The away section itself is flexible. Visiting club guides describe an upper-tier area split into zones, with the size set by the authorities a couple of weeks before each match and a maximum of a little over 2,100 places. For a club of Angers' size, the allocation is usually at the lower end of that range, which is one more reason why some visiting fans end up looking for seats elsewhere in the stadium.
Marseille's hospitality is one of the largest operations in French football, spread over around 8,500 square metres of lounges and boxes. Most of it sits in the Tribune Jean-Bouin, with a large bar-style space in the Ganay stand.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Private boxes (loges) | Corporate groups and celebrations | 73 private boxes over five floors of the Jean-Bouin stand, each for around 16 to 30 guests |
| Table des Légendes | Business guests and fans of club history | Reserved tables with a view of the pitch and the chance to meet former Marseille players |
| Le Club | Couples and small groups | A space close to pitch level in the Jean-Bouin stand with its own bar and premium views |
| Comptoir M and the Ganay pub space | Groups who want a lively, social day | Bar-style hospitality with music and food, at a lower price than the boxes |
Packages vary in what they include, from champagne and gourmet dining in the top tiers to bar food and drinks in the social spaces. When a package appears for this fixture, confirm what is included before you buy: dining format, drinks, seat location and arrival arrangements.
Hospitality also solves a practical problem for visitors. A lounge ticket means a guaranteed central seat, a relaxed arrival away from the main queues and a clear plan for the day, which takes a lot of the guesswork out of a first trip to the Vélodrome.
The scale of the operation is striking. The Table des Légendes alone can host up to 950 guests a match, and the pub-style space in the Ganay stand takes up to 900, with a DJ and a central view of the pitch. That breadth means there is usually something available for a league game against Angers, even when standard seats are scarce, though the most sought-after boxes tend to be sold for the season.
How your tickets reach you depends on the seller's listing. Every listing on 1BoxOffice states the delivery method before you pay, and the table below shows what each one means in practice.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | That the ticket will load on your phone before matchday and whether an app or account is needed |
| E-ticket (PDF) | That you can print it clearly or show it at full brightness, and that the name details match your booking notes |
| Account transfer | Which email address the seller will transfer to and when the transfer is scheduled |
| Paper ticket | The courier or collection point in Marseille, plus the latest date the tickets will arrive |
Read the listing notes in full before you pay, since some seats carry restrictions such as a supporter-group area. Bring valid photo ID, as stewards may ask for it. Your ticket shows a gate number, and matching it to your stand saves a long walk around the stadium on arrival.
Metro line 2 serves the ground from two stations. Rond-Point du Prado is closest to the Jean-Bouin stand and the Virage Nord, while Sainte-Marguerite Dromel is better for the Ganay stand and the Virage Sud. Trains get very busy before and after the match, so leave plenty of time, and plan to arrive at least an hour before kick-off.
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Step1
Find the fixture
Open the listing for the February match at the Vélodrome and confirm the date, competition and venue shown match your plans.
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Set up your account
Create an account with an email address you use every day, since your order updates and delivery details will go there.
Step3
Choose your area
Filter by stand or price. Marseille fans should look at the side stands or the curves; Angers fans should look for the away section.
Step4
Read the listing notes
Confirm whether seats are together, which block they sit in and which delivery method the seller uses.
Step5
Select your quantity
Pick the number of tickets you need. If your group must sit together, choose a listing that states the seats are adjacent.
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Review the total
See the full price, including fees, before you commit. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
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Pay securely
Complete payment on the secure payment page and wait for your confirmation email with the order number.
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Follow your order
Use track order to see when your tickets are dispatched and how they will reach you before matchday.
Marseille Provence Airport has direct flights from across the UK, and shuttle buses link it to Saint-Charles station in the city centre, from where the metro reaches the Vélodrome in a few stops. Visitors from the Gulf usually connect through Paris or another European hub. For overseas buyers, mobile tickets and e-tickets are the most practical delivery options, as there is no risk of a courier missing you while you are travelling. If you need seats together, choose listings that confirm adjacent seats in writing rather than relying on a request note.
The main travel risk is the kick-off time. Ligue 1 fixes exact slots a few weeks out, and this game could move within the weekend, including to a Friday or Sunday evening. Book flexible flights and a hotel with free cancellation, or plan a stay that covers the full weekend. Marseille is a city that rewards a longer visit, from the Vieux-Port to the calanques along the coast, and February brings mild weather by northern European standards.
Leave plenty of time on matchday. The streets around the stadium fill early, especially near the curves where supporter groups gather before kick-off. Aim to reach your gate at least an hour before the start, and plan your route back in advance, since the metro stations near the ground are packed straight after the final whistle.
Marseille and Angers have met in the top flight on and off since the 1950s, when Angers twice won at the Vélodrome in the late years of that decade. The modern chapter began in 1993/94, when Marseille won 2-1 at home in Angers' single season back in the top division. When Angers returned for good in 2015, they marked their first visit to the Vélodrome in more than two decades with a 2-1 win in September 2015.
Marseille have mostly held the upper hand since, with home wins of 3-0 in 2017, 3-2 in 2021, 5-2 in 2022 and 3-1 in 2023. Yet Angers keep finding ways to frustrate the hosts. Five of the last ten meetings here have ended level, including 2-2 draws in 2019 and October 2025, the latter in front of a record crowd for the fixture of 64,599.
The older history has its own highlights. In 1970/71, the season Marseille won the French title, they beat Angers 5-1 at home on their way to the championship. Angers, for their part, have a top-flight pedigree of their own: they finished third in Division 1 in 1966/67 and reached the Coupe de France final in both 1957 and 2017. They are rarely overawed by big stadiums, and the Vélodrome is no exception.
What makes the fixture distinctive is the gap between expectation and outcome. Marseille are unbeaten in nine home meetings since that 2015 defeat, yet only four of those nine were wins. For a club with Marseille's ambitions, Angers remain a visitor who is never quite as easy as the table suggests.
The table below covers every top-flight league meeting at the Vélodrome with Marseille as hosts since Angers returned to the top division in 1993/94, from April 1994 to October 2025. Earlier meetings from the 1950s to 1980 are not included in these totals.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 11 |
| Marseille wins | 5 |
| Angers SCO wins | 1 |
| Draws | 5 |
| Marseille goals | 23 |
| Angers SCO goals | 14 |
| Biggest Marseille win | 5-2 (4 Feb 2022) |
| Biggest Angers SCO win | 2-1 (27 Sep 2015) |
| First meeting in scope | 5 Apr 1994 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 29 Oct 2025 |
Source: fussballdaten.de head-to-head records, cross-referenced with deux-zero.com Ligue 1 archives and French league season records.
A few patterns stand out. Angers have scored in nine of their 11 visits since 1994, failing only in the 3-0 defeat in 2017 and the 0-0 draw in 2020. The 37 goals across these games average out at well over three a match, so a goalless afternoon is rare. Marseille have scored three or more four times, while Angers have scored twice in five of the meetings.
All 11 top-flight league meetings at the Vélodrome with Marseille at home since 1993/94, newest first. Scores show Marseille first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2025 | 2-2 |
| 04 Oct 2024 | 1-1 |
| 14 May 2023 | 3-1 |
| 04 Feb 2022 | 5-2 |
| 16 May 2021 | 3-2 |
| 25 Jan 2020 | 0-0 |
| 30 Mar 2019 | 2-2 |
| 20 Aug 2017 | 1-1 |
| 10 Mar 2017 | 3-0 |
| 27 Sep 2015 | 1-2 |
| 05 Apr 1994 | 2-1 |
Source: fussballdaten.de, deux-zero.com and French league season records; each result confirmed in at least two.
The curves are closely tied to supporter groups, so most one-off buyers are better served by a side-stand seat.
Buying soon after the league confirms the kick-off time gives you a wide choice of seats. Waiting until the final days can work but narrows the options for groups.
Visiting supporters are housed in an upper-tier section reached through Gate 20. Angers colours should stay out of the home areas.
Use Rond-Point du Prado for the Jean-Bouin side and Sainte-Marguerite Dromel for the Ganay side, both on line 2.
A roof added before Euro 2016 covers most of the seating, which also makes the atmosphere louder.
Sources: Olympique de Marseille official club website and ticketing for matchday and hospitality information; Ligue 1 fixture scheduling; fussballdaten.de, deux-zero.com and French league season records for head-to-head data; visiting supporter guidance and French business press for the Vélodrome's away section and VIP facilities.