Clubs in Europe
Groundhopper Guide to UD Las Palmas
(Above photo by ZenHP on ShutterStock) Groundhopper Guide to UD Las Palmas Fútbol probably won't be your primary reason for visiting the Canary Islands, but if you are headed that way for sun, outdoor fun and relaxation, you should take an evening to explore the real local culture by seeing Los Amarillos of UD Las…
Why Are There No Away Fans at the Old Firm Between Celtic and Rangers?
Why have there been no away fans at the Old Firm for over two seasons? As reported in the BBC, After several ticketing disputes over fan safety, Rangers away fans will not be present for the second Old Firm Derby of the 2023-24 season. This will not be the first Old Firm Derby that has…
Who is Girona FC? A Groundhopper’s Guide
Girona FC is a Spanish football club who are currently near the top of the 2023-24 La Liga table ahead of both Real Madrid and Barcelona. Here is a brief history and some background information about the Blanquivermells and the Spanish city they call home. Introduction to Girona Futbol Club Girona Futbol Club, S.A.D., known simply…
Some Suggested European Soccer Itineraries
We think that the Champions League Group Stage fixtures are just about the most exciting time of the season to go groundhopping. And here are some suggested itineraries -- all made up of clubs where we can sell you tickets -- that show what we mean. What we have done here is simply get out…
We Can Now Sell Napoli Tickets!
We have dreamed for a while of being able to sell Napoli tickets, and now one of our partners has secured a contract with the club. So yes, we can get you hospitality and regular tickets to Napoli games! Napoli are, of course, one of the most historic teams in Serie A, and were champions…
Groundhopper Guides Champions League Tickets Promotion
We are offering a deal on tickets for the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League group stage fixtures -- and also for Europa League tickets and Conference League tickets. The Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League group stage fixtures are now out. And here at Groundhopper Soccer Guides, we want to celebrate the new season…
Update on Real Madrid’s Renovation of the Santiago Bernabéu
Real Madrid are finally closing in on the completion of their significant renovations on Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. The 575 million Euro project was started in June 2019, and it was expected to be completed in late 2022 or early 2023. From March 2020, when the Covid pandemic suspended play, until September 2021, Real Madrid played…
Why are Barcelona not playing at the Camp Nou next season?
For the first time since they moved there in 1957, FC Barcelona will not play at the Camp Nou in the 2023-24 season. Barcelona are leaving the Camp Nou for a season due to renovations taking place from 2023 to 2026. In the 2023-24 season, they will play all of their home matches at Estadi…
Groundhopping at Real Zaragoza
Some time, when your touring or groundhopping in Spain has you traveling between Madrid and Barcelona -- or looking for a nice day out from either -- stop off in Zaragoza, a city worth a day of your time with a football ground that is a trip back in time. I knew almost nothing…
In Valencia, Yes They Can?
In Valencia, two clubs trying to accomplish different things share one thing in common: the belief that ¡Si se puede! At the big and famous club, they are fighting for survival. At the smaller one, known and supported by far fewer, they are aiming for greater heights. And while neither of the Valencia clubs are…
