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Liga BetPlay II-2026 fixtures: schedule, classic derbies and every team’s stadium
When it kicks off, the must-see derbies, which stadium and city each big club plays in, and tips for going to a match as a visitor.
Published at August 3, 2026 · 4:48 PM
The second half of the Colombian football season is under way. Whether you want to see your team live —or you’re planning a trip to Colombia and want to fit in a match— here’s everything you need: when games are played, the fieriest derbies, which stadium and city each big club plays in, tips for getting into the ground, and how to attend safely, even from abroad.
When it starts and how the tournament works
The Liga BetPlay 2026-II kicks off on Friday, 24 July 2026. The format:
- Round-robin (19 matchdays): through Sunday, 8 November. Every team plays all the others; the top 8 advance.
- Semi-final groups (cuadrangulares): the 8 qualifiers are split into two groups of 4; each group winner reaches the final.
- Final: two legs to decide the champion.
Kick-off times for each round are confirmed by the Dimayor as the season goes on; it’s worth checking close to matchday.
The derbies: which match is worth it
Colombia has three derbies worth the trip for the atmosphere alone:
- Clásico paisa — Atlético Nacional vs Independiente Medellín (Medellín): the city’s two giants, played in the same stadium.
- Clásico capitalino — Millonarios vs Independiente Santa Fe (Bogotá): the country’s oldest rivalry; they also share a stadium.
- Clásico vallecaucano — América de Cali vs Deportivo Cali (Cali).
Derbies and big-club matches are the first to sell out: if they interest you, secure your spot early.
Which stadium and city each team plays in
Handy if you’re building your trip and want to pair the match with the city:
- Millonarios and Independiente Santa Fe → El Campín Stadium, Bogotá (city centre, good public-transport access).
- Atlético Nacional and Independiente Medellín → Atanasio Girardot Stadium, Medellín (Laureles area, near the metro).
- América de Cali → Pascual Guerrero Stadium, Cali (central San Fernando neighbourhood).
- Junior de Barranquilla → Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez Stadium, Barranquilla.
Fixtures by team
Check each big club’s upcoming matches:
- Millonarios → upcoming matches
- Atlético Nacional → upcoming matches
- Independiente Medellín → upcoming matches
- Independiente Santa Fe → upcoming matches
- América de Cali → upcoming matches
- Junior de Barranquilla → upcoming matches
Several of these clubs also play the Copa Colombia and CONMEBOL tournaments (Libertadores / Sudamericana), so there are more dates to catch them: check each team’s listing.
Tips for going to the stadium (especially as a tourist)
- Bring your ID or passport: it may be requested at entry.
- Arrive early: entrances get congested, more so at derbies.
- Away end: at high-rivalry matches it’s sometimes restricted or placed in a specific section; if you’re neutral, choose home stands.
- Items: there are usually restrictions (umbrellas, bottles, flags on poles). Check beforehand.
- Buy in advance for derbies and big-club matches: they sell out first.
How to attend as a tourist (or from abroad)
Buying Colombian football tickets from abroad can get tricky: local payment methods, Spanish-only platforms, identity checks. At FTA Tickets we make it simple: secure purchase, support in your language and a team in the region. You pick the match and the seats, and that’s it —no sorting out local logistics on your own. On each event you’ll see the price from, which varies by match and seating.
Frequently asked questions
When does Liga BetPlay 2026-II start?
Friday, 24 July 2026; the round-robin ends on 8 November, followed by the semi-final groups and the final.
Which stadium does my team play in?
Millonarios and Santa Fe at El Campín (Bogotá); Nacional and Medellín at the Atanasio Girardot (Medellín); América at the Pascual Guerrero (Cali); Junior at the Metropolitano (Barranquilla).
Where do I get tickets?
On each team’s page (the links above), with their available upcoming matches.
Are all the kick-off times out yet?
Not all: the Dimayor confirms them matchday by matchday. Check close to the date.
Can I buy from another country?
Yes. FTA is built for the fan or tourist buying from abroad, with secure purchase and support.
