Buy Nice vs AJ Auxerre tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Ligue 1 meeting at the Allianz Riviera scheduled for Saturday 20 February 2027 at 15:00 local time (14:00 in the UK). It is matchday 21, and it comes five months after Auxerre won the reverse fixture 1-0 in Burgundy on 12 September 2026. Nice have a point to prove, and the Riviera in February is a far more inviting place to watch football than most of Europe.
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This is also a fixture where planning pays off. The Allianz Riviera holds 36,178 for football, and recent visits from Auxerre have drawn crowds of between around 18,600 and 22,200, so there is real choice of stand and price for anyone who books in good time. Start with the OGC Nice fixture list to see how this game fits into the rest of the home season.
Ligue 1 confirms exact kick-off slots a few weeks ahead of each matchday, so the time and even the day can shift within that weekend. Keep travel plans flexible and use the rest of this guide to decide where to sit, what to pay and how to get in.
The stakes are the first reason to go. Nice finished 16th in Ligue 1 in 2025/26 and had to win a relegation play-off against Saint-Etienne to stay up, drawing 0-0 in Saint-Etienne and then winning the return leg 4-1 in Nice. Auxerre finished one place above them in 15th. Two clubs who spent last season looking over their shoulders now meet in the second half of the campaign, and the points on offer in February could matter a great deal by May.
The recent results add an edge. AJ Auxerre have won the last three meetings at their own Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, including a 2-1 win in May 2026 and the 1-0 in September. In Nice the picture is different: the home side are unbeaten in three Ligue 1 meetings at the Allianz Riviera, and they won the most recent one 3-1 in August 2025. Something has to give.
Then there is the history. These are two of the more decorated clubs in French football. Nice won four league titles in the 1950s, and Auxerre, under Guy Roux, won the title in 1996 to become one of the great small-town stories in the European game. Their top-flight meetings go back to November 1980, Auxerre's first season in the top division.
The setting does the rest. A Saturday in late February on the Cote d'Azur usually means mild weather, the Promenade des Anglais before the match and a modern stadium on the banks of the Var close to the airport. For a weekend away, few Ligue 1 fixtures combine easy travel, sunshine and good availability quite like this one.
Yes, and at this fixture it is realistic. Nice sell season tickets (abonnements) first, and the 2026/27 campaign was built around 16 Ligue 1 home matches rather than 17 because the club must play its home game against Lorient behind closed doors. Single-match seats follow on general sale, and with the stadium rarely full for this fixture, buyers are not limited to scattered singles.
Season ticket holders who cannot attend have two routes the club provides: they can resell their seats for certain matches or lend their season ticket to someone else. Both are tied to accounts with the club, which suits locals with a French address and a club login but is less practical for overseas buyers who want a confirmed seat well before they book flights.
For international visitors and neutral fans, a verified resale marketplace is the practical route. You see the stand, block and price before paying, buy without a club account and are protected if anything goes wrong. That matters most if you are travelling a long way: the cost of the seat is only one part of a weekend in Nice, and the guarantee covers the part that would otherwise be hardest to replace.
If you are offered a lent season ticket, read the details closely. A seat bought at a reduced rate, such as a youth or student price, may only be valid for a holder who qualifies for that rate, and a mismatch can lead to problems at the turnstile. Marketplace listings state the ticket type and delivery method up front, which removes that uncertainty.
Visiting supporters are a separate case. Away tickets for Ligue 1 matches are allocated to the visiting club, so the Auxerre section is sold through Auxerre and is not a route in for home or neutral buyers.
A final word of caution. Tickets offered on social media or outside the ground come with no guarantee, and an e-ticket that has already been scanned will not get you through the gate. Buying through a platform that verifies sellers is what separates a day at the match from a wasted journey.
Five factors shape resale prices for this game. Seat location comes first, with the central blocks of the two side stands priced above the ends and corners. Demand comes second, and against Auxerre it is moderate rather than extreme, which keeps prices well below those for the visits of Paris Saint-Germain, Marseille or Monaco.
Timing matters too, as prices often firm up once the kick-off slot is fixed and travelling fans lock in their plans. The competition context of the 2026/27 Ligue 1 season adds weight to a meeting between two sides who finished 15th and 16th last year, and hospitality tier sets the ceiling. With listings for this fixture starting at a low level, the main decision is how close to the halfway line you want to be.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier and corners | £15 – £35 | First-time visitors and groups on a budget | Upper corner blocks with a full view of the bowl |
| Behind the goal | £20 – £45 | Fans who want the home atmosphere | Tribune Populaire Sud and the home sections of the Tribune Ray |
| Side stand, standard | £30 – £65 | Fans who want a side-on view | Outer blocks of the Tribune Segurane and Tribune Garibaldi |
| Side stand, central | £45 – £95+ | Buyers after a central view | Blocks between the penalty areas on either long side |
| Hospitality and VIP | £150 – £350+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Lounges and boxes with food and drink; range depends on the package |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The Allianz Riviera opened on 22 September 2013 with a Ligue 1 match against Valenciennes, replacing the Stade du Ray, which had been Nice's home since the 1920s. Designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte, it sits in the Saint-Isidore district on the western edge of the city, on the right bank of the Var, and hosted four matches at Euro 2016, including Iceland's 2-1 win over England in the round of 16. For block-by-block detail, the Allianz Riviera seating plan shows every section.
The bowl has four named stands: the Tribune Ray to the north, the Tribune Garibaldi to the east, the Tribune Populaire Sud behind the southern goal and the Tribune Segurane to the west. The Populaire Sud is home to the loudest Nice supporters, while away fans are placed in the north-east corner, screened off from neighbouring sections. For other events at the ground this season, the Allianz Riviera tickets listings show what is available.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Segurane (west), central blocks | Buyers after a classic side-on view | Mid to high | Long side facing the Garibaldi with a clear view of both ends |
| Tribune Garibaldi (east), central blocks | Fans who want a side-on view at a slightly lower price | Mid-range | Long side opposite the Segurane; compare prices with the west side before buying |
| Side stand corners | Better-value seats with a wide angle | Lower to mid | Close to the pitch in a modern bowl, so even corners feel involved |
| Tribune Populaire Sud | Fans who want to stand among the home support | Lower | The heart of the home atmosphere; expect flags and songs from start to finish |
| Tribune Ray (north), home sections | Neutrals behind the goal | Lower to mid | North end next to the away corner; wear neutral colours |
| Away section (north-east corner) | Auxerre supporters only | Allocation only | Sold through Auxerre; away fans should follow their club's travel and entry instructions |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans are best placed in the central blocks of the Segurane or the Garibaldi, away from both ends. If you support Auxerre but could not get an away ticket, choose a side stand rather than the Populaire Sud or the home sections of the Tribune Ray, and keep club colours out of sight.
A note on tiers. The lower rows put you close to the players but can flatten the view of the far side, while the upper rows of the side stands give a clear picture of shape and movement. For a first visit, a mid-height seat on either long side is the safest choice.
Hospitality at the Allianz Riviera includes lounges, business seats and private boxes that combine a padded seat with food and drink. The stadium was designed for events as well as football, so the hospitality spaces are modern, close to the seating bowl and well suited to hosting clients or marking an occasion.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Business seat | Couples and small groups wanting an upgrade | A central padded seat with lounge access before and after the match |
| Lounge package | Business guests and returning visitors | Catering in a shared lounge with a relaxed, social feel |
| Private box | Corporate hosts and larger groups | A private space with catering and a direct view of the pitch |
Much of the hospitality is sold on season contracts, so availability for a single fixture varies. Read the inclusions on each listing carefully, from food service times to parking, so you know exactly what the package covers.
The location adds to the appeal. A hospitality ticket on a mild February afternoon, followed by an evening in the old town or along the seafront, makes this one of the more comfortable matchday packages in French football.
Resale listings state the delivery method before you pay. Timing depends on when tickets are released and on the seller, so receiving them in the final week before the match is normal.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | That the ticket opens in the right app or wallet and your phone is fully charged on matchday |
| E-ticket (PDF) | That the name and seat details match your order and the barcode is clear on screen or on paper |
| Lent season ticket | That the transfer has been completed for this specific match and the details match the holder |
| Local collection | The meeting point, time and contact details supplied with your order |
Read the listing notes before buying, bring valid photo ID in case of identity controls and charge your phone for mobile entry. Arrive well before kick-off, as security queues at the gates build quickly in the final half hour.
Getting there is simple. Tram line 3 runs to the Saint-Isidore stop by the stadium, and fans coming from the city centre can reach it with a change from line 2. Bus routes also serve the ground. There is parking on site for drivers, but the tram avoids the traffic on the roads around the Var after the final whistle.
Allow extra time after the match. Thousands of fans head for the same tram stop at once, so either wait for the crowd to thin or plan a walk to the next stop. If you are flying home the same evening, leave a generous margin.
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Nice Cote d'Azur Airport sits only a few kilometres from the stadium, with direct flights from across the UK and Europe. Tram line 2 links the airport with the city centre, and line 3 serves the stadium, so a car is not needed. Mobile and e-ticket listings suit overseas buyers because nothing has to be posted abroad; for any other format, choose a listing whose delivery method fits your arrival time.
Groups should filter for listings that keep seats together and confirm the arrangement in the notes before paying. The bigger risk is the date. Ligue 1 sets exact slots a few weeks out, so a Saturday fixture can move to Friday night or Sunday. Book flexible travel and refundable accommodation where you can, or arrive on Friday and leave on Monday to cover every option.
For Auxerre fans the trip is a long one. The Yonne is around 800 km from Nice by road, and the rail journey usually involves at least one change, which is why many visiting supporters build a full weekend around the match. A stay of two nights also gives time to visit the stadium's Musée National du Sport, which covers French sport as a whole rather than football alone.
The story starts in November 1980, when newly promoted Auxerre beat Nice 3-1 at the Abbé-Deschamps in their first top-flight meeting. The return in Nice that May finished goalless, and in April 1982 Nice produced the widest home win in the fixture's top-flight history, 4-0 at the Stade du Ray, a few weeks before being relegated. Through the late 1980s the sides traded narrow home wins, and Nice did not lose to Auxerre in Nice in six meetings between 1985 and 1990.
The 1990s belonged to Auxerre. Guy Roux's side won 5-1 at home in March 1991, then took three straight wins in Nice between 1995 and 1996, including a 3-1 victory in March 1996 on the way to their only league title. The following season ended in an unusual double for Nice: relegation from the top flight and the Coupe de France, won on penalties against Guingamp at the Parc des Princes.
What makes this fixture distinctive is how strongly it follows the venue. Auxerre have won 18 of their 25 top-flight home games against Nice, while Nice have lost only five of 24 at home. February gives the hosts the chance to protect their unbeaten record at the Allianz Riviera and the visitors a chance to carry their form in Burgundy to the coast.
Since Nice returned to the top flight in 2002, the pattern at home has been steady. In ten Ligue 1 meetings in Nice between 2003 and 2012 the hosts won six, drew two and lost two, and they kept seven clean sheets. Auxerre then dropped into Ligue 2 in 2012 and did not return until 2022, so the fixture went missing for a decade. The three meetings at the Allianz Riviera since then have produced one Nice win and two 1-1 draws.
Because Nice have hosted Auxerre at the Allianz Riviera only three times, the table below covers all top-flight league meetings between the sides at every venue, from Division 1 in 1980 to Ligue 1 in 2026.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 49 |
| Nice wins | 15 |
| Auxerre wins | 23 |
| Draws | 11 |
| Nice goals | 46 |
| Auxerre goals | 61 |
| Nice record at home | 11 wins, 8 draws, 5 defeats |
| Record at the Allianz Riviera | Nice 1 win, 2 draws, 0 defeats |
| Biggest Nice win | 4-0 (home, April 1982) |
| Biggest Auxerre win | 5-1 (home, March 1991) |
| First top-flight meeting | 8 November 1980 |
| Most recent meeting | 12 September 2026 |
Figures cover top-flight league matches only and are calculated from the match-by-match results below, cross-referenced against Transfermarkt, deux-zero.com and Football-Data season records.
All 49 top-flight league meetings between the sides, newest first.
| Date | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2026 | AJ Auxerre 1-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 10 May 2026 | AJ Auxerre 2-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 23 Aug 2025 | OGC Nice 3-1 AJ Auxerre | Allianz Riviera |
| 14 Mar 2025 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Allianz Riviera |
| 18 Aug 2024 | AJ Auxerre 2-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 3 Mar 2023 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Allianz Riviera |
| 16 Oct 2022 | AJ Auxerre 1-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 21 Apr 2012 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 11 Dec 2011 | AJ Auxerre 2-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 12 Mar 2011 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 30 Oct 2010 | AJ Auxerre 2-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 20 Jan 2010 | OGC Nice 0-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 13 Sep 2009 | AJ Auxerre 2-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 17 Jan 2009 | OGC Nice 2-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 24 Aug 2008 | AJ Auxerre 0-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 23 Feb 2008 | OGC Nice 1-2 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 15 Sep 2007 | AJ Auxerre 2-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 28 Apr 2007 | OGC Nice 0-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 2 Dec 2006 | AJ Auxerre 0-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 11 Mar 2006 | AJ Auxerre 2-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 22 Oct 2005 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 21 May 2005 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 18 Dec 2004 | AJ Auxerre 4-3 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 23 May 2004 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 2 Aug 2003 | AJ Auxerre 1-2 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 12 Apr 2003 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 16 Nov 2002 | AJ Auxerre 0-2 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 24 May 1997 | AJ Auxerre 3-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 10 Aug 1996 | OGC Nice 0-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 9 Mar 1996 | OGC Nice 1-3 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 14 Oct 1995 | AJ Auxerre 2-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 15 Apr 1995 | OGC Nice 1-3 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 28 Oct 1994 | AJ Auxerre 3-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 15 Mar 1991 | AJ Auxerre 5-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 6 Oct 1990 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 25 Nov 1989 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 29 Jul 1989 | AJ Auxerre 1-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 22 Apr 1989 | AJ Auxerre 1-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 15 Oct 1988 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 5 Mar 1988 | AJ Auxerre 2-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 2 Sep 1987 | OGC Nice 1-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 17 Apr 1987 | AJ Auxerre 2-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 25 Oct 1986 | OGC Nice 2-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 30 Nov 1985 | AJ Auxerre 1-2 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 30 Jul 1985 | OGC Nice 1-1 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 2 Apr 1982 | OGC Nice 4-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 27 Oct 1981 | AJ Auxerre 0-0 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
| 12 May 1981 | OGC Nice 0-0 AJ Auxerre | Stade du Ray |
| 8 Nov 1980 | AJ Auxerre 3-1 OGC Nice | Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps |
Every result is verified against at least two independent sources, including Transfermarkt, deux-zero.com and Football-Data season records.
The match is scheduled for Saturday 20 February 2027 at 15:00 local time, which is 14:00 in the UK. The league can still move it within that weekend once broadcast slots are set.
Visiting supporters are placed in the north-east corner of the stadium, screened off from the neighbouring sections. That allocation is sold through Auxerre, so home and neutral buyers should look elsewhere in the ground.
Aim for the window after the kick-off time is fixed and before the last two weeks. You get a wide choice of blocks and still have time to arrange travel around a confirmed slot.
Take tram line 3 to the Saint-Isidore stop next to the stadium, changing from line 2 if you are coming from the city centre.
Packages typically combine a padded seat with lounge access and food and drink, and some add parking at the stadium. The exact inclusions depend on the package, so read each listing before you buy.
Sources: Ligue 1 official fixture information (ligue1.com), OGC Nice official ticketing and season ticket information (billetterie.ogcnice.com and ogcnice.com), Allianz Riviera stadium information (allianz-riviera.fr), AJ Auxerre, Transfermarkt head-to-head records, deux-zero.com French league records, Football-Data season records and RSSSF Coupe de France records.