The atmosphere at San Mames during a UEFA Champions League match is unique in the world. Just like Athletic Club. 53,000 passionate fans carry the team along as they try to get the three points.
Anyone who visits La Catedral during a match (although you can also visit it during San Mames Tour) discovers that you don’t come here only to watch football, but to be part of an unforgettable experience.
Whatever team you belong to, write down the 3 things you can’t miss if you come to Bilbao and want to take home the most authentic souvenir that will make you remember La Catedral.
Blend yoursef with the red and white shirt
Warning: on the way to San Mames you’ll feel as if you were in “Where’s Wally? In Bilbao, the red and white colours are everywhere, even when it’s not a match day.
That’s why the first essential is the Athletic Club t-shirt. You can choose between:
– The classic red and white, with its iconic stripes.
– The Champions edition, with the UEFA patch, to boast about the big European sport event.
Don’t worry, you have a large number of red and white products in any of the four official club shops, or on the online shop.
Wrap up warm and wave your scarf
In La Catedral there is no match without a scarf in the air. During the chants, after a goal or in those magical moments, the whole stadium raises them up and twirls them. The way to do it is simple: fold it in half, grab it by the ends and twirl it over your head. But do it skillfully… and be careful, you won’t want to hit the person in front of you with the scarf.
There are original models such as the Beti Zurekin (‘always with you’ translated from Basque) or the more classic Amama, which you can wave in the wind with every chant from the stands.
In addition, a beanie, a cap or even a red and white shoulder bag complete the perfect kit to fit in the stands.
Your ticket (and better if it’s VIP)
Qarabag, PSG, Sporting Clube Portugal… There is still a lot of Champions League to enjoy at San Mames.
Get your ticket for the next Champions League clashes before they are sold out.
If you want to make the match even more special, remember that you have the possibility to live it in a unique way with the VIP experiences, which include exclusive access, premium amenities and an unparalleled perspective of the game, as well as a catering service included before, during and after the match.
