If you’re a RCD Espanyol fan, you’ve probably seen the word "lottery" pop up when tickets go on sale. It’s not random luck – it’s a system the club uses to split limited seats fairly among thousands of supporters. Below you’ll find a simple rundown of how the lottery works, where to sign up, and a few practical tricks to up your odds.
First, the club opens an online portal a few weeks before each home game. You create a free account, fill in your personal details, and pick the match you want. The system then assigns you a random number. When the lottery closes, a computer draws the numbers and the winners receive a short‑term ticket code via email or SMS.
The whole process is transparent – you can even watch a live draw on the club’s official website. If you don’t win, you can try again for the next match, or keep an eye on the resale market where fellow fans may sell unused tickets.
Enter early. The earlier you submit, the more likely you’ll be in the first batch of applicants, which usually gets a bigger share of the draw.
Pick less popular fixtures. High‑profile games like El Clasico draw millions of entries, while mid‑week matches often have fewer applicants and better odds.
Use multiple accounts responsibly. The club’s rules forbid duplicate registrations, but you can sign up for different matches using the same email address – just keep each entry separate.
Stay updated. Follow the club’s social media and subscribe to the newsletter. They often announce extra lottery rounds for sold‑out games.
Lastly, don’t forget to check your spam folder after the draw. Winners sometimes receive the ticket code there, and you’ll lose the chance to claim it if you miss the deadline.
With these basics in mind, you’re ready to join the Espanyol ticket lottery and cheer on the team from the stands. Good luck, and enjoy the game!
RCD Espanyol is rolling out a ticket lottery for the away clash against Girona FC on Matchday 7. Only 306 tickets are on sale, priced at €30 each, and they’re split among club commitments, Girona fans, animation groups and season ticket holders. Registration runs on September 17, followed by a draw on the 18th. Payments are refundable if you don’t get a ticket. The club says the system keeps the process fair for its loyal supporters.