Buy AC Milan vs Napoli tickets for the 2026/27 Season and you are booking one of the defining fixtures of modern Serie A, scheduled for Sunday 18 April 2027 at 20:00 at San Siro on matchday 32. Milan's own match centre still lists the kick-off as to be confirmed. Lega Serie A has only fixed times up to matchday 19, so the match could move within the 17 to 18 April weekend.
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This is the fixture that decided titles in the late 1980s and still carries that weight. Napoli won the league in 2024/25 and finished second last season. AC Milan, fifth in 2025/26, are rebuilding towards the top four and play Europa League football this season.
April gives the meeting a run-in feel. By matchday 32 the table is taking shape. Both clubs will be chasing Champions League places or more. Few home fixtures on Milan's calendar draw a fuller San Siro.
San Siro holds 75,817, which gives Milan more room than most Serie A clubs. The club targeted around 35,000 season tickets for 2026/27, with prices frozen for a third year. That still leaves a large share of the ground for single-match sales, but demand for this fixture runs well ahead of an ordinary Sunday.
The visitors are a big part of that. Napoli are in the Champions League this season and have a following that stretches well beyond Campania, including large communities in northern Italy. Many of them try to buy in the home sectors, which adds pressure on general sale.
The history sharpens it further. The clubs fought out the title races of 1987, 1988 and 1990. They met again in a Champions League quarter-final in 2023. Every meeting since has been treated as a measure of where each club stands.
Supporters planning both meetings should note the reverse leg. Napoli vs AC Milan at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona is set for Sunday 13 December 2026 at 20:45.
Sometimes, but not first. For high-demand matches, Milan open sales to holders of the club's CRN Card, formerly the Cuore Rossonero card, before any general sale. For the derby in October, card holders could buy one ticket each in the first phase. Open sale followed only if seats remained.
Italian tickets are also personal: every ticket carries the holder's name, which stewards check against photo ID at the turnstile. Milan set name-change rules match by match. For the derby, single-match tickets could not change name at all.
That makes the detail of each listing important. A verified marketplace shows how a seat is transferred before you pay, whether through a season ticket holder's name changes or another permitted route. You avoid queuing for a sale that may never reach the public.
Milan are also trialling their own resale scheme this season, allowing season ticket holders to sell unused seats through the club. For overseas visitors who do not hold a card, the open marketplace remains the simpler way to secure a seat months ahead.
Season ticket structure also shapes supply. Milan sell a Classic package covering the 19 league home games and a Plus package that adds European and cup fixtures. Holders who cannot attend a particular match are the main source of resale seats, especially in the second and third rings.
Five factors set the price of a seat for this fixture. Location matters most, with the central first ring well above the third ring. Demand is high, because Napoli rank among the strongest draws to San Siro outside the derby.
Timing counts because listings thin out once the slot is confirmed. Competition context adds a premium if either side is chasing the title or a Champions League place by April. Hospitality sits in its own bracket. The bands below reflect typical resale ranges for the 2026/27 fixture.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £90 – £150 | Getting in at the lowest available price | Third ring blocks behind the goals and in the corners. Steep, high and loud. |
| Longside standard | £130 – £220 | A side view at fair value | Second ring Arancio and outer Rosso sectors. Usually the widest choice of listings. |
| Lower tier / central | £180 – £320 | Watching from close to the pitch | First ring sectors along the touchlines. Stock moves quickly for this fixture. |
| Premium seating | £300 – £550+ | Halfway-line comfort | Poltroncine Rosse and the Tribuna d'Onore. Very few reach resale. |
| Hospitality / VIP | £250 – £700+ | Food, drink and a guaranteed seat | Club 1899 lounge packages in the Rosso and Arancio first ring. Priced by lounge. |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
For context, Milan's face value for the October derby ran from €99 in the third ring to €489 in the Tribuna d'Onore. Prices for the Napoli match have not been published yet; expect them to sit at or a little below that band.
San Siro is built in three rings and four colours. The Rosso sectors form the west main stand, the Arancio sectors the east stand, the Blu sectors the south curve and the Verde sectors the north curve. The San Siro seating plan shows every sector before you choose.
The third ring, added for the 1990 World Cup, sits over the curves and the west stand, held up by 11 cylindrical towers. There is no third ring on the east side. For other fixtures at the ground this season, see the San Siro Stadium tickets listings.
This may be one of the last chances to see the old ground at its best. Milan and Inter completed their purchase of San Siro from the city in November 2025, with plans for a new stadium alongside and work due to start in the second half of 2027. The current stadium, which hosted the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, is set to be demolished once its replacement is ready.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curva Sud (Secondo Anello Blu) | Milan's loudest support | Mid-range | Home of the Milan ultras. Expect to stand, sing and see choreographies before kick-off. |
| Away sector (Terzo Anello Verde) | Napoli supporters only | Lower-priced | Traditionally the third ring of the north curve, reached via the north entrances. Sales usually restricted to Napoli card holders. |
| Third ring (Rosso and Blu) | A full view at a lower price | Lower-priced | High above the pitch with a complete view of the game. The most affordable sectors for this fixture. |
| Arancio (east stand) | Neutral buyers wanting a side view | Mid-range | Two rings along the touchline. Central blocks give a balanced view of both penalty areas. |
| Rosso (west stand) | Halfway-line views | Upper mid-range | The main stand along the west touchline, home to the Tribuna d'Onore. |
| Tribuna d'Onore and Poltroncine Rosse | The premium view | Premium | Padded seats in the centre of the Rosso sector. The most requested positions in the ground. |
Neutral buyers should start with the Arancio sectors or the second ring Rosso. Both sit away from the Curva Sud and the away sector. Keep Napoli colours out of sight anywhere outside the away section, because stewards keep the two sets of supporters strictly apart.
That separation reflects recent history. For the September 2025 meeting at San Siro, the prefect barred residents of Campania from buying tickets. In January 2026 the Interior Ministry then banned Napoli supporters from away matches for the rest of that season. Restrictions for April 2027 have not been announced.
Families usually settle best in the Arancio or the second ring Rosso, where the crowd is mixed and the concourses are calmer. Every person, including children, needs their own named ticket. The third ring involves a long climb up the stadium's spiral ramps, so allow extra time with younger children.
Milan sell their hospitality under the Club 1899 name, with lounges in the first ring of the Rosso and Arancio sectors. Packages range from buffet lounges to reserved tables that stay open before, during and after the match. For a fixture this busy, hospitality is often the most reliable way to secure a central seat.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Red Sky Lounge | Corporate hosts and special occasions | A reserved table in the Rosso first ring, open before, during and after the match |
| Honour Lounge | Couples and small groups | A seated meal before kick-off and at half-time, close to the main stand seats |
| Executive Lounge Placée | Business guests | A seated meal in the Arancio first ring with touchline views from the east stand |
| Orange Sky Lounge | Groups wanting a lively pre-match | A buffet lounge in the Arancio first ring, paired with central east stand seats |
Milan also offer a pitchside Front Row Experience with a private concierge. Compare what each package includes before comparing price, because food, drinks and seat position vary widely between lounges.
Most tickets for this match are delivered digitally in the holder's name. Every listing states its delivery method before you pay.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| E-ticket (PDF) | A named ticket issued for the seat. Confirm the spelling matches your passport, because stewards compare the two at the turnstile. |
| Mobile ticket | Delivered to your phone, sometimes only in the final days before the match. Keep the phone charged and the ticket ready. |
| Postal delivery | Used mainly for hospitality packages. Allow extra lead time for addresses outside Italy. |
| Collection in Milan | Pickup at a named point with photo ID and your order reference. Plan it for the morning of the match rather than the last hour. |
Read the listing notes before you buy, carry your original passport or national ID card and charge your phone. Stewards check ID against the name on the ticket for every supporter.
The stadium works have changed access this season. Gates 7 to 10 on the west side are now exit only, Via dei Piccolomini is closed to pedestrians and parking is being reduced as the season goes on. Allow extra time to reach your entrance.
Prohibited items include large umbrellas, lighters, laser pointers, flares, unauthorised flags and banners, helmets, pushchairs and professional camera equipment. Smoking is banned inside the stadium. Arriving at least 90 minutes before kick-off keeps the walk and the security checks relaxed.
The M5 lilac line ends at San Siro Stadio, the closest station for the Arancio, Blu and Rosso sectors. The M1 red line to Lotto suits the Arancio, Verde and Rosso sectors, while tram 16 runs to the stadium. From Milano Centrale, the M2 and M5 combination takes around 30 to 35 minutes.
A single ATM ticket costs €2.20 and is valid for 90 minutes. Extra M5 and M1 trains run on matchdays. If you are driving, the park-and-ride at Lampugnano on the M1 avoids the closures around the stadium.
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Step1
Open the fixture
Start from the listing for Milan against Napoli in April. The confirmed slot could fall on the Saturday or Sunday of that weekend.
Step2
Set up your account
Create an account before you compare listings. Use your name exactly as it appears on your passport, because Italian tickets are named.
Step3
Choose your ring and colour
Pick Arancio for a side view, Rosso for the main stand or the third ring for value. Napoli supporters should only consider the away sector.
Step4
Filter by quantity
Set the number of seats first so you only see listings that keep your group together. San Siro's size gives a good choice of pairs and fours.
Step5
Compare listings
Several sellers may hold seats in the same sector at different prices. Weigh the ring and sector against the price rather than the headline figure alone.
Step6
Read the listing notes
The notes cover delivery method, how the name is assigned and whether seats are adjacent. Two minutes here prevents problems at the turnstile.
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Complete secure checkout
Pay through the encrypted checkout and you will receive an order reference with a confirmation email straight away. The guarantee applies from that moment.
Step8
Follow delivery to matchday
Use track order with your reference to see progress. Named tickets are often issued in the final days before the match, which is routine.
Milan is well served by air. The Malpensa Express reaches Milano Centrale in about 52 minutes, the M4 runs from Linate to San Babila in around 12 minutes and coaches link Bergamo airport with Centrale in under an hour. If you need seats together, filter by quantity before you browse.
The bigger planning risk is the date. Matchday 32 has not been timed, so book flexible flights or stay the whole weekend until Lega Serie A fixes the slot. Bring your passport, because you will need it at the turnstile as well as at the airport.
Groups travelling from abroad should make sure every member's name is entered correctly at checkout. Named tickets cannot be swapped at the gate, so a late change of traveller needs to be raised with support well before matchday.
Milan rewards a longer stay. The Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the Navigli canals are all a short metro ride from the stadium. Many visitors combine the match with the Casa Milan museum, the club's headquarters in the Portello district.
Leaving after the final whistle takes patience. Crowds queue for the M5 at San Siro Stadio, so many supporters walk to Lotto on the M1 or wait in the area until the rush eases.
The modern rivalry was born in the late 1980s. Diego Maradona's Napoli won their first title in 1987. Milan took it from them in 1988 with a famous win in Naples in May, before Napoli answered with a second title in 1990. For those years the two clubs set the pace in Italian football.
The rivalry has returned in recent seasons. Milan knocked Napoli out of the Champions League quarter-finals in 2023, while Napoli won the league in 2023 and 2025. Napoli's home, the Diego Armando Maradona, hosts the first of this season's two meetings in December.
The clubs also met in the Supercoppa Italiana in December 2025, when Napoli beat Milan 2-0 in the semi-final in Riyadh on the way to lifting the trophy. That result and Napoli's two recent titles mean Milan's supporters arrive in April with plenty to prove.
The balance has swung over time. Milan went 19 home meetings unbeaten between 1986 and 2013, but Napoli then won seven of the next twelve visits. The last two meetings here have produced a win each, which makes April hard to call.
All figures below cover Serie A meetings at San Siro with Milan as hosts since 1929/30. The 1941/42 meeting is excluded because wartime shortages moved Milan's home games that season to the Arena Civica.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 77 |
| AC Milan wins | 33 |
| Napoli wins | 18 |
| Draws | 26 |
| AC Milan goals | 119 |
| Napoli goals | 78 |
| Biggest AC Milan win | 6-1 (08 Feb 1959) and 5-0 (05 Jan 1992) |
| Biggest Napoli win | 0-4 (04 Oct 2015) |
| First Serie A meeting in scope | 16 Mar 1930 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 28 Sep 2025 |
Source: RSSSF Serie A season archives, Serie A season records and club match reports, cross-referenced match by match.
Draws are a big part of this fixture. A third of all meetings at San Siro have finished level. In all, 21 of those draws ended goalless or 1-1.
Milan's home record is still clearly positive overall, with 33 wins to Napoli's 18. The recent picture is closer, which is why neither set of supporters treats April as a foregone conclusion. Expect a tight, tactical match in front of a near-capacity crowd.
Scores are shown with Milan first, newest meeting at the top. The 1934 result was awarded to Napoli after the match was abandoned.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 28 Sep 2025 | 2-1 |
| 29 Oct 2024 | 0-2 |
| 11 Feb 2024 | 1-0 |
| 18 Sep 2022 | 1-2 |
| 19 Dec 2021 | 0-1 |
| 14 Mar 2021 | 0-1 |
| 23 Nov 2019 | 1-1 |
| 26 Jan 2019 | 0-0 |
| 15 Apr 2018 | 0-0 |
| 21 Jan 2017 | 1-2 |
| 04 Oct 2015 | 0-4 |
| 14 Dec 2014 | 2-0 |
| 22 Sep 2013 | 1-2 |
| 14 Apr 2013 | 1-1 |
| 05 Feb 2012 | 0-0 |
| 28 Feb 2011 | 3-0 |
| 21 Mar 2010 | 1-1 |
| 02 Nov 2008 | 1-0 |
| 13 Jan 2008 | 5-2 |
| 25 Nov 2000 | 1-0 |
| 26 Apr 1998 | 0-0 |
| 20 Oct 1996 | 3-1 |
| 10 Dec 1995 | 0-0 |
| 08 Jan 1995 | 1-1 |
| 21 Nov 1993 | 2-1 |
| 04 Apr 1993 | 2-2 |
| 05 Jan 1992 | 5-0 |
| 03 Mar 1991 | 4-1 |
| 11 Feb 1990 | 3-0 |
| 09 Apr 1989 | 0-0 |
| 03 Jan 1988 | 4-1 |
| 14 Dec 1986 | 0-0 |
| 13 Apr 1986 | 1-2 |
| 03 Mar 1985 | 2-1 |
| 01 Apr 1984 | 0-2 |
| 07 Feb 1982 | 1-1 |
| 12 Dec 1979 | 1-2 |
| 01 Apr 1979 | 0-1 |
| 22 Jan 1978 | 0-1 |
| 06 Mar 1977 | 1-1 |
| 21 Mar 1976 | 1-1 |
| 08 Dec 1974 | 0-0 |
| 15 Apr 1974 | 0-0 |
| 29 Apr 1973 | 1-0 |
| 07 May 1972 | 3-0 |
| 11 Apr 1971 | 1-1 |
| 16 Nov 1969 | 1-0 |
| 11 May 1969 | 0-0 |
| 04 Feb 1968 | 2-1 |
| 19 Feb 1967 | 1-0 |
| 10 Oct 1965 | 4-1 |
| 27 Jan 1963 | 0-1 |
| 02 Apr 1961 | 2-1 |
| 13 Dec 1959 | 3-1 |
| 08 Feb 1959 | 6-1 |
| 15 Sep 1957 | 2-2 |
| 07 Oct 1956 | 3-5 |
| 09 Oct 1955 | 0-0 |
| 06 Mar 1955 | 1-1 |
| 28 Feb 1954 | 3-2 |
| 22 Mar 1953 | 2-2 |
| 13 Apr 1952 | 3-2 |
| 11 Feb 1951 | 2-1 |
| 13 Jun 1948 | 3-0 |
| 06 Jul 1947 | 4-2 |
| 06 Oct 1940 | 4-0 |
| 31 Mar 1940 | 3-0 |
| 25 Sep 1938 | 0-0 |
| 06 Feb 1938 | 3-1 |
| 18 Oct 1936 | 1-0 |
| 10 May 1936 | 0-1 |
| 21 Oct 1934 | 2-2 |
| 29 Apr 1934 | 0-2 (awarded) |
| 09 Oct 1932 | 0-3 |
| 01 Nov 1931 | 3-1 |
| 21 Dec 1930 | 2-3 |
| 16 Mar 1930 | 2-2 |
Source: RSSSF and Serie A season records, with every score confirmed by at least two independent records.
Lega Serie A announces times in batches, so expect confirmation in early 2027. Your ticket stays valid if the match moves within the 17 to 18 April weekend.
Yes. Bring your original passport or national ID card, because the name must match the one on your ticket.
Traditionally in the third ring of the north curve, with sales limited to Napoli card holders. Anyone wearing Napoli colours should not buy in the home sectors.
San Siro Stadio on the M5 lilac line, at the end of the route. Lotto on the M1 is the alternative for the north and east sectors.
For value, yes. It is high and steep, but you see the whole pitch and the atmosphere from both curves.
Sources: AC Milan official club website (acmilan.com) and booking site for ticketing, hospitality and match information; SSC Napoli official club website (sscnapoli.it); Lega Serie A for fixture scheduling; Inter's stadium access guide for 2026/27 entry arrangements; RSSSF and Serie A season records for head-to-head data.