Buy Fiorentina vs AC Milan tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Serie A meeting scheduled for Sunday 11 April 2027 and kick-off listed for 20:00 local time at the Stadio Artemio Franchi. It is the return leg of a fixture that opens at San Siro in January. It lands in the stretch of the season when every point is counted twice. This is also Fiorentina's centenary season, which gives every big night in Florence an extra layer of meaning; Milan's visit is one of the first home games the Viola support circles.
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The Franchi is one of the most distinctive grounds in Italian football. Opened in 1931 and designed by the engineer Pier Luigi Nervi, it is home to Fiorentina and sits in the Campo di Marte district, a short train or taxi ride from the historic centre. Its 70-metre Marathon Tower still dominates the skyline around the stadium.
The ground is in the middle of a long redevelopment, with the Curva Fiesole being rebuilt and capacity reduced while work continues. That squeeze on supply shapes everything about buying seats for this one. Serie A kick-off slots are also set around broadcast schedules, so the listed time can shift in the weeks before the match.
Few visiting clubs fill the Franchi like AC Milan. When the Rossoneri visited in March 2024, the club announced a sell-out in roughly three and a half days, with around 32,000 inside and about 17,000 of them season-ticket holders. That match was played with part of the ground already closed for works. Supply has not grown since.
The appeal runs both ways. Fiorentina supporters treat Milan as a benchmark fixture, a chance to measure their side against one of the most decorated clubs in Europe. Milan carry a large national following, including supporters based in Tuscany who never need a long trip to see them play. Add tourists already in Florence for the weekend and demand comfortably outruns the seats on sale.
The centenary adds another layer. Fiorentina were founded on 29 August 1926, so 2026/27 is a season of celebration in the city. Big-name visits carry more weight than usual. A Sunday evening game in April, with the table taking shape, is exactly the kind of occasion the home crowd wants to be part of.
The visiting allocation is small. During the redevelopment the away sector has been a compact corner block with only a few hundred places for league games in recent seasons. Those go to Milan's card-holding regulars long before general sale opens, which pushes many travelling fans towards other routes.
April is also peak season for visitors to Florence. Hotels fill up, restaurants book out and plenty of tourists decide a night at the football is part of the trip. That extra layer of casual demand lands on top of a crowd that already fills the available seats.
Yes, but the window is narrow. Season-ticket holders account for a large share of the reduced capacity, which leaves a limited general sale through the club's ticketing channels, the Fiorentina Point shops and authorised resellers. For a fixture that sold out in days last time it was fully on sale, timing is everything.
There are extra restrictions to know about. For Milan's March 2024 visit, tickets in the home curva could not be bought by residents of Lombardy, a common safety measure in Italian football for high-profile fixtures. Away-sector tickets were sold only to holders of Milan's supporter fidelity card. Similar rules may apply again, so a Milan fan without that card has no straightforward club route into the away end.
Italian match tickets are also issued in the holder's name. Stewards can ask for photo ID at the turnstiles. That adds friction for overseas buyers who are unfamiliar with the system or who miss the short general-sale window.
A verified resale marketplace removes most of those hurdles. Sellers list seats across the open sectors, buyers see the area before paying and there is no need for an Italian ticketing account or supporter card. For neutral visitors, groups wanting seats together and fans who missed general sale, it is the practical way in.
The club sale itself tends to move in quick phases. For Milan's last full visit, the away sector went on sale first to card holders while the general sale opened the same morning. The side sections of the Maratona sold out well before matchday. Buyers who wait for a second release often find there is not one.
Resale also takes the guesswork out of allocation. Instead of waiting for a release window that may not include the seats you want, you can see live availability and choose the sector, row and quantity that suit your plans.
Five things drive the price of seats for this fixture. Location matters most, with central Tribuna seats carrying a clear premium over the curve. Demand is high because of the opponent and the reduced capacity.
Timing plays its part, as prices tend to firm up once the kick-off slot is confirmed and travelling buyers commit. The 2026/27 Serie A run-in adds weight to any game with points at stake. Hospitality sits in its own bracket, with packages already among the first listings to appear.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curva / less central | £70 – £130 | Atmosphere seekers on a tighter budget | Home curva seats are for Fiorentina supporters only; residency restrictions may apply |
| Maratona standard | £95 – £170 | Couples and small groups | Longside view opposite the main stand, with the Marathon Tower behind you |
| Tribuna / central | £140 – £240+ | Buyers who want a classic halfway-line view | Limited supply, as season-ticket holders hold many central seats |
| Premium seating | £200 – £320+ | Padded seats in the heart of the main stand | Often sold in pairs; look for any restricted-view note |
| Hospitality / VIP | £300 – £650+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Price depends on lounge, catering format and seat location |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Expect the market to move in phases. Early listings tend to be thin and weighted towards hospitality, as they are now. Standard seats usually appear in larger numbers once the club's sale phases open, then tighten again in the final fortnight as late buyers chase the last pairs.
The Franchi has four sides: the Tribuna, the main stand with Nervi's cantilevered canopy; the Maratona opposite, beneath the tower; the Curva Fiesole at the north end; and the Curva Ferrovia at the south end. A running track still separates the stands from the pitch, so the view is wider than it is close. Study the Stadio Artemio Franchi seating plan before you pick a listing, as some sections are closed during the works.
The Fiesole has been the soul of the ground for decades. While it is rebuilt, the home ultras have moved to the Curva Ferrovia, which has become the noisiest part of the stadium. The new Fiesole, with around 10,000 seats and a roof, is due for completion in the early months of 2027, so its status for this fixture depends on how the timetable holds.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curva Ferrovia | Home fans who want to be in the thick of it | Lower to mid | Current base of the home ultras during the works; Fiorentina colours only |
| Curva Fiesole | Home supporters with a love for the traditional end | Lower to mid | Being rebuilt; only on sale if the new stand opens in time |
| Maratona | Couples, families and neutrals wanting a longside view | Mid | Good balance of price and view; some central blocks may be closed during works |
| Tribuna | Buyers who want a central view under cover | Mid to high | Houses the premium and hospitality areas; the section nearest the Fiesole has been affected by works |
| Parterre | Buyers who want to be at pitch level | Mid | Lower front rows; close to the action but the running track limits the angle |
| Away sector (corner between Maratona and Ferrovia) | Milan supporters | Fixed visiting price | Small allocation in recent seasons; Milan colours belong here and nowhere else |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans are best placed in the Maratona or Tribuna. Wear neutral clothing, avoid both ends if you have no Fiorentina connection and keep Milan shirts out of sight outside the away sector. To compare this game with other events at the ground, the full list of Stadio Artemio Franchi tickets shows what is on sale this season.
Row choice matters as much as sector choice. Because of the running track, the higher rows of the Maratona and Tribuna often give a better picture of the game than the front of the parterre. Mid-to-upper rows near the halfway line are the sweet spot for many buyers.
The redevelopment adds one more thing to watch. Construction fencing separates the building site from public areas. Seats close to the works can carry a partial view or a longer walk to the entrance. Read the listing notes carefully and favour sectors away from the Fiesole end if an unobstructed view matters to you.
The club runs a range of corporate hospitality at the Franchi, from private boxes to the historic Tribuna Autorità. Guests at the top end enter through a monumental staircase lined with original 1930s marble, a reminder that this is a historic piece of architecture as well as a football ground.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Tribuna seats with lounge access | Pairs and small groups wanting comfort without a full package | Central covered seats with food and drinks before kick-off and at half-time |
| VIP lounge with meal | Couples and celebration bookings | Seated dining before the match with a reserved seat in a premium area |
| Sky Box | Small corporate groups of up to ten | Private suite overlooking the pitch with premium seating, catering and drinks included |
| Tribuna Autorità | Senior guests and client entertaining | The stadium's most exclusive area at the heart of the main stand, with gourmet catering and cocktails |
For a Sunday evening fixture, hospitality suits buyers who want to settle in early and avoid the rush at the gates. Packages usually include digital tickets and the option of reserved parking, which is worth having given how tight parking is around Campo di Marte.
Supply is limited and much of it is held by club partners for the season. Smaller packages for two to four guests tend to go first, so book early if you have a specific option in mind.
How your tickets arrive depends on the seller and the listing. Read the delivery notes before you buy, as they tell you exactly what to expect and when.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | Whether the ticket arrives in an app or by email and whose name it carries |
| PDF e-ticket | That the barcode prints cleanly and the named holder matches the person attending |
| Ticket account transfer | Whether you need a club ticketing account to receive it and how far ahead it is sent |
| Paper ticket or collection | The courier or meeting point, the hand-over time and the contact name on the day |
Before setting off, read the listing notes again, bring valid photo ID and make sure your phone is fully charged if you are entering on a mobile ticket. Named tickets are standard in Italy, so the details on your ticket and your ID can be compared at the turnstile.
Plan to arrive at least an hour before kick-off. Security checks take time on sell-out nights. The streets around Campo di Marte fill quickly too. Food inside the stadium is limited, so eat before you go.
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With capacity reduced and Milan in town, value comes from flexibility rather than waiting for a late bargain. These habits consistently give buyers stronger value.
Florence is easy to reach for a weekend fixture. Peretola airport sits under 5 kilometres from the city, while Pisa airport is roughly an hour away by train. Firenze Campo di Marte station is around 400 metres from the stadium and under ten minutes by train from Santa Maria Novella. Taxis from the centre take about 15 minutes, though matchday traffic can stretch that.
The listed date and time can move once broadcasters confirm their picks, so book flexible travel where you can. Choose mobile or e-ticket listings if you are travelling so your tickets reach you wherever you are staying. Use the seats-together filter when booking for a group.
Milan supporters planning their season will also want the reverse fixture, AC Milan vs Fiorentina, scheduled for 6 January 2027.
Fans following the Rossoneri home and away can find seats for every game at San Siro, though that is best kept to a separate trip given the distance between the two cities.
Most visitors base themselves in the historic centre rather than near the stadium. Bars and restaurants in town are livelier and open late, which suits a Sunday evening kick-off. Allow time to get back across the city after the final whistle, when taxis are in short supply.
A Sunday evening kick-off fits neatly into a weekend break. You can spend the day in the centre, take the short train ride to Campo di Marte in the early evening and be back in town for a late dinner. Monday morning flights from Peretola or Pisa make the return easy.
Milan have been coming to this ground since the 1930s, so the fixture carries plenty of history. The most famous night belongs to the visitors: a 7-3 win in October 1992 that still gets replayed in both cities. Fiorentina were relegated at the end of that season. Their return to Serie A in 1994/95 marks the start of the modern era of this matchup.
Since then the meeting has been as level as football gets. Fiorentina's 4-0 win in January 2001 remains their heaviest home victory over Milan in the period. Milan answered with four straight wins in Florence between 2008 and 2011, when they made the trip look routine.
The balance swung back in the 2020s. A 4-3 Fiorentina win in November 2021 ranks among the wildest games in the fixture's recent history. Since then the Viola have lost only once in their last five home meetings with Milan.
What makes this fixture stand out is how close it is. Thirty Serie A meetings in Florence since 1994/95 have produced ten home wins, ten draws and ten away wins. Buyers are not paying for a foregone conclusion; they are paying for a genuine contest.
For the April meeting, that history cuts both ways. Fiorentina fans arrive believing the recent run has swung their way, while Milan supporters know their side has won here plenty of times before.
With a reduced capacity packed close together, a rebuilt curva rising at one end and a centenary season in full swing, the setting for this one will be unlike any previous Milan visit. That is a large part of why seats are hard to come by.
The figures below cover every Serie A meeting at the Stadio Artemio Franchi with Fiorentina as hosts since the club's return to the top flight in 1994/95.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 30 |
| Fiorentina wins | 10 |
| AC Milan wins | 10 |
| Draws | 10 |
| Fiorentina goals | 41 |
| AC Milan goals | 37 |
| Biggest Fiorentina win | 4-0 (13 Jan 2001) |
| Biggest AC Milan win | 0-2 (31 May 2009 and 26 Mar 2014) |
| First Serie A meeting in scope | 4 Jun 1995 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 11 Jan 2026 |
Source: football-data.co.uk Serie A results archive, cross-checked against James Curley's historical Italian league results archive, RSSSF and match reports. Scores are shown with Fiorentina first.
All thirty Serie A meetings at the Franchi in the period, newest first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 11 Jan 2026 | 1-1 |
| 06 Oct 2024 | 2-1 |
| 30 Mar 2024 | 1-2 |
| 04 Mar 2023 | 2-1 |
| 20 Nov 2021 | 4-3 |
| 21 Mar 2021 | 2-3 |
| 22 Feb 2020 | 1-1 |
| 11 May 2019 | 0-1 |
| 30 Dec 2017 | 1-1 |
| 25 Sep 2016 | 0-0 |
| 23 Aug 2015 | 2-0 |
| 16 Mar 2015 | 2-1 |
| 26 Mar 2014 | 0-2 |
| 07 Apr 2013 | 2-2 |
| 19 Nov 2011 | 0-0 |
| 10 Apr 2011 | 1-2 |
| 24 Feb 2010 | 1-2 |
| 31 May 2009 | 0-2 |
| 03 Feb 2008 | 0-1 |
| 16 Dec 2006 | 2-2 |
| 20 Nov 2005 | 3-1 |
| 30 Apr 2005 | 1-2 |
| 20 Jan 2002 | 1-1 |
| 13 Jan 2001 | 4-0 |
| 05 Dec 1999 | 2-1 |
| 07 Feb 1999 | 0-0 |
| 16 May 1998 | 2-0 |
| 27 Oct 1996 | 1-0 |
| 23 Dec 1995 | 2-2 |
| 04 Jun 1995 | 1-2 |
Source: football-data.co.uk and James Curley's historical Italian league results archive, with every score matching across both; the 2026 result is confirmed by match reports.
As early as you can, because Milan's last full-scale visit sold out within days and the reduced capacity leaves little slack.
Visiting supporters are housed in a small corner sector between the Maratona and the Curva Ferrovia, so Milan colours should stay in that area.
Yes, bring a passport or national identity card, as Italian tickets are named and stewards can ask to see matching ID.
Yes, choose your group size before browsing and only listings that can seat everyone together will appear.
Yes, buyers from any country can order without an Italian ticketing account or supporter card; mobile and e-ticket listings are the simplest choice for overseas visitors.
Sources: official ACF Fiorentina corporate hospitality information, La Nazione ticketing and calendar reports, Goal Italia, Tuttomercatoweb, FiorentinaUno, LaViola, AC Milan match centre and history features, 90min, Planet Sport match report, Football Tripper, RSSSF, James Curley's historical Italian league results archive and the football-data.co.uk Serie A results archive.