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The Ultimate Guide to Watching a Football Match at the San Siro

  • Writer: callum osterman
    callum osterman
  • Jan 3, 2023
  • 4 min read

Updated: Jan 17, 2023



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The San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy, is one of the most iconic and impressive football stadiums in the world and is home to two of Italy's most successful clubs – AC Milan and Inter Milan. Watching a football match at the San Siro is a truly unique experience and one that all football fans should aim to tick off their bucket list. Whether you choose to sit in the Curva or the Tribuna, with this ultimate guide, you’ll be able to make the most of your San Siro experience. From tips on the best views to advice on what to wear and what to bring, this guide will ensure that you make the most of your San Siro experience.



Things to consider before you go


You will need to decide which team you would like to watch. The Curva of AC Milan's San Siro Stadium is the more passionate and louder of the two ends. The Tribuna is the looser end is where most Inter fans sit. If you’re a first-time visitor, you may want to consider watching Inter Milan play AC Milan. The matches between the two clubs are known as the Derby della Madonnina, and they are always fiercely competitive with a lot of passion. The atmosphere and the experience are bound to be unforgettable.


You will also need to decide when you would like to go. While San Siro Stadium is home to two clubs, the atmosphere and experience varies depending on the match. The home fixtures of AC Milan are always more vibrant. It also helps that AC Milan has been enjoying a recent resurgence and that the team has been challenging for the top spots in Serie A. The atmosphere at Inter Milan matches is also pretty good. But the team has been struggling lately and the fans are beginning to lose hope.


Tickets


The Curva and Tribuna of the San Siro Stadium are the most popular areas for supporters of AC and Inter Milan. You can expect to hear loud chants and songs from these areas throughout the match. The Curva Sud is the home end of AC Milan, while the Tribuna is the home end of Inter Milan.


If you would like to sit in the home end, you can purchase your tickets either directly from the club or through an authorised reselling platform. If you would like to sit in the away end, you can purchase your tickets directly from the club of your choosing. Make sure you purchase your tickets in advance, as they often sell out quickly.


Best views


The Curva Sud is the home end of AC Milan and is the louder of the two ends. The Tribuna is the home end for Inter Milan, and it is slightly looser than the Curva Sud. The best views of the pitch will be found in sections 8, 9, and 10 of the Curva Sud and sections 5 and 6 of the Tribuna. If you want to experience the passion of the home fans, then you will want to sit in the Curva Sud. If you want to sit among looser fans who are still passionate about the team, then you will want to sit in the Tribuna.


Getting to the San Siro Stadium


The best way to get to the San Siro Stadium is by using public transportation. The San Siro Stadium is located in the neighbourhood of Sesto S. Giovanni, which is in the northeast of Milan.


You can take the metro and get off at the Sesto S. Giovanni stop. The metro also stops at the Cadorna stop, which is in the south of Milan. If you prefer to take the bus, you can take the 80 or 89 bus from the Piazza del Risorgimento stop. Alternatively, you can take the 73 bus from the Piazza della Vittoria stop.


San Siro Stadium facilities


There are many food vendors inside the San Siro Stadium, and the food selection is pretty decent. You can find pizza, sandwiches, and burgers, all of which are reasonably priced. If you can’t find what you’re looking for inside the stadium, then there are several kiosks outside that sell the same stuff.


There are a few merchandise stands inside the stadium, and they sell shirts and other souvenirs. You can also purchase merchandise outside the stadium. There are several restrooms throughout the stadium. Since the San Siro Stadium is old, the restrooms are not what you would expect from a high-end stadium. They are not very clean and do not smell too good. If you want to avoid the long lines, then you should use the restrooms located outside the stadium.


Make the most of your San Siro experience


One of the best ways to make the most of your San Siro experience is to arrive early. The stadium opens two hours before kickoff, and you can walk around and explore the stadium. You will be able to see the trophy room, visit the museums, and wander around the outside of the stadium.


Another way to make the most of your experience is to bring a football. You can challenge your friends to a game of two-touch by the wall of honour. If you want to get a photo on the pitch before the match, then you should visit the pitch before kickoff.


You should visit the museums inside the stadium. AC Milan's museum is only open on matchdays, while Inter's is open every day of the week. Both museums are free. If you have time before the game, you should visit the shops outside the stadium. There are a few shops selling football gear, and there is also a shrine to football legend Pele.


 
 
 

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