Balaídos is RC Celta’s stadium, in the south-west of Vigo, about 5 km from the main railway station. Vigo is a port city in Galicia, and many away fans arrive through Vigo, Santiago de Compostela or Porto airports.
European matches at Balaídos in 2026/27
- 15 October 2026, 21:00 (Europa League): Celta v Juventus
- 5 November 2026, 21:00 (Europa League): Celta v Union Saint-Gilloise
- 26 November 2026, 18:45 (Europa League): Celta v Bournemouth
- 28 January 2027, 21:00 (Europa League): Celta v Lillestrøm
Balaídos at a glance
| Away section | Marcador stand, the single-tier stand behind the goal |
|---|---|
| From the centre | Bus lines 5A, 7, 8, 11, 12B and 17, or about 15 minutes by taxi |
| Railway station | Vigo-Urzáiz, about 5 km from the stadium |
| Airports | Vigo is the closest; Santiago de Compostela and Porto are alternatives |
Getting to the stadium
City buses 5A, 7, 8, 11, 12B and 17 stop near the stadium. A taxi from the centre takes around 15 minutes, but expect queues after the match. Walking from Urzáiz station through the old town takes about 45 minutes.
If you fly into Porto or Santiago, check the last train or bus to Vigo before you book: evening kick-offs leave little margin for the same-day return.
Away section and entry
Away fans are usually placed in the Marcador stand, which has had a roof since 2021. Your club confirms the gate, meeting point and opening time before each match. Expect ticket and ID checks, and a hold after the final whistle.
What you can and cannot bring
Spanish stadiums apply the access rules of Law 19/2007 against violence in sport, plus UEFA and club rules. In practice, away fans at Balaídos should expect:
- Bags: expect only small bags to be accepted; check your club’s advice for the exact size. Larger bags and rucksacks are refused and there is usually no left-luggage at the away entrance. Our guide to stadium bag rules in Spain explains the details.
- Banned items: flares, smoke bombs and any pyrotechnics, glass, cans, objects that could be thrown, umbrellas with metal tips, professional cameras and face coverings.
- Flags and banners: must be fire-retardant and free of political, offensive or violent messages. Large flags usually need prior approval through your club.
- ID: carry your passport or national ID card. Spanish police can ask for ID at any time, and UEFA matches often include ID checks at the turnstiles.
Alcohol, pyrotechnics and Spanish law
Alcohol is not sold inside Spanish football stadiums, and you can be refused entry if you are visibly drunk. In the city, many councils fine people for drinking in the street, so stick to bars and terraces.
Lighting a flare, throwing objects or entering the pitch are infringements under Law 19/2007. Penalties for individuals range from €150 to €650,000, and can include a ban from all Spanish stadiums for up to five years. See our guides to stadium bans in Spain and football fines in Spain.
If something goes wrong
- Stopped or searched by police: stay calm, show your ID and follow instructions. You can ask for an interpreter.
- Given a fine or report (denuncia): keep every document and take a photo of it. Do not sign anything you do not understand. There are deadlines to respond.
- Arrested: you have the right to a lawyer and an interpreter, and to tell your consulate. Read what to do if you are arrested in Spain.
- Lost passport or ticket: see our guide to losing documents at a match abroad, and only buy tickets through your club (how to avoid ticket scams).
How Legal Supporters can help
Our lawyers in Spain assist away fans before, during and after matches in Vigo: preventive advice, mediation with police and stewards, police-station assistance and criminal defence. We work in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese. See our services or contact us if you or someone in your group needs help.
Gates, meeting points and escort times are confirmed by your club and local police a few days before each match. Always check your club’s latest travel advice. Information last reviewed: October 2026.
Reviewed by Guillermo J. Fernández, football fan lawyer in Madrid and member of the Football Supporters Europe Fan Lawyer Network.