The Riyadh Air Metropolitano is Atlético de Madrid’s stadium, in the east of Madrid. This guide covers what away fans need to know for European nights there: how to get in, what you can bring, and what to do if something goes wrong.
European matches at the Metropolitano in 2026/27
- 13 October 2026, 21:00 (Champions League): Atlético de Madrid v Manchester United
- 3 November 2026, 21:00 (Champions League): Atlético de Madrid v Bayern Munich
- 25 November 2026, 21:00 (Champions League): Atlético de Madrid v Viking
- 27 January 2027, 21:00 (Champions League): Atlético de Madrid v Fenerbahçe
The Metropolitano at a glance
| Away section | Upper tier of the north stand |
|---|---|
| Away entrance | North entrance, gates 23 and 24 at recent European matches |
| Stadium opens | Usually two hours before kick-off |
| Metro | Line 5 to Canillejas (recommended for away fans) or Line 7 to Estadio Metropolitano |
| Usual meeting point | Plaza del Céfiro, about 25 minutes on foot from the stadium |
Getting to the stadium
For recent European matches, police and the club have asked away fans to meet at Plaza del Céfiro, near Canillejas metro station (Line 5), and walk to the stadium together in an escorted group. The walk takes about 25 minutes and includes a steep hill.
Line 7 stops right at the stadium, but it is the main route for home fans and away supporters have been advised to avoid it. Taxis can drop off nearby, but roads close around kick-off. Many fans spend the afternoon around Plaza Mayor before heading east.
Away section and entry
Away fans are placed in the upper tier of the north stand and enter through the north gates. Expect several ticket and security checks. Entry is not allowed from the second half onwards, and police usually hold away fans inside for 15 to 30 minutes 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 the Metropolitano should expect:
- Bags: only small bags, around A4 size, have been accepted at recent European matches. 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 Madrid: 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.