Having lived in Valencia for the past few years, I’ve discovered that the [Milan Valencia Mangala] Serie A fan base here is much larger than I imagined. As someone who grew up watching Serie A, I was quite surprised to find so many devoted followers of the Milan clubs in this city known primarily as the home of Valencia CF, particularly during [Valencia vs Milan showdowns].
Serie A Atmosphere in Valencia
Honestly, while Spain’s domestic league is already spectacular, many bars in Valencia still broadcast Serie A matches. Especially during the Milan derby, the Italian restaurant-bars in the Ruzafa district are typically packed. A small place I frequent called “Trattoria da Luigi” is owned by an Inter fan who hangs up the Nerazzurri flag on every match day. AC Milan fans prefer gathering at “Caffè Rossonero” in the El Carmen district—the name might be straightforward, but the atmosphere is genuinely excellent.
Main Viewing Venues Comparison
| Bar Name | Location | Main Supported Team | Features |
|---|
| Trattoria da Luigi | Ruzafa District | Inter Milan | Italian pizza with beer |
| Caffè Rossonero | El Carmen District | AC Milan | Great live commentary atmosphere |
| Sports Bar Valencia | City Center | General | Multiple screens simultaneous broadcasts |
Fan Community Activities
Valencia has an unofficial supporters’ club called “Milanisti Valencia” with around 200+ members. They organize offline events, especially during Champions League matches, where the atmosphere is truly electric. Inter also has “Inter Club Valencia” with a similar size, and occasionally the two groups organize joint events—after all, we’re all Serie A fans.
Last year during the Milan derby, I went to Sports Bar Valencia in the city center to watch. I thought it wouldn’t be too crowded, but it was nearly full when I arrived. There were people in Rossoneri jerseys and others in Nerazzurri colors, everyone watching and chatting together. Despite supporting different teams, the shared passion for Serie A was universal. After the match, the losing side bought drinks for the winners—it’s become an unwritten rule.
Practical Information
If you’re also in Valencia and want to find a group to watch Milan matches with, check out the “Calcio Italiano Valencia” group on Facebook. They regularly post viewing event information, and people share where to buy Serie A jerseys and merchandise. Also note that for important matches, it’s best to reserve spots in advance—especially for the Milan derby or Champions League knockout rounds, arriving late means no seats.
Although we’re in Spain, life as a Serie A fan in Valencia is quite fulfilling, particularly during Valencia vs Milan friendlies. This city’s inclusiveness allows football cultures from different countries to find their own space, which is one of the reasons I love it here.
