For those passionate about real football, there's no more important question than where and when are there matches near me?
To make the answer easier, we created the Match Map, which gathers more than 1,500 scheduled matches across seven South American countries — Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Peru, and Colombia — with filters by date, country, city, club, competition, and stadium. It's 100% free and updated daily!
Found your match? Then take the opportunity to explore our collection of South American jerseys and arrive at the stadium already dressed for the occasion.
What you can do on the map
- Search by date — today, next 3 days, next weekend, or a specific date.
- Filter by country, city, or region — ideal for planning a travel itinerary.
- Follow a club — see all upcoming matches for a specific team.
- Consult each match — click on the marker to see the stadium, time, and competition.
More than 1,500 matches loaded, covering 7 countries, with data updated daily.
How to follow lower division football in South America?
Coverage ranges from main divisions to regional leagues and youth categories, varying by country, with a focus on facilitating the search for "futebol raiz" in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Colombia.
| Country | What we already cover |
|---|---|
| Brazil | national and state competitions, including regional federations like FMF (Minas Gerais) |
| Chile | national football and regional leagues, continuously expanding |
| Argentina | national leagues, with regional coverage expanding |
| Uruguay | national competitions |
| Paraguay, Peru, Colombia | main national competitions, with coverage expanding |
Brazil: national and state competitions stand out (e.g., FMF). Check out our collection of Brazilian team jerseys for match day.
Argentina: mapping from the Professional League to regional tournaments. Check out our treasure trove of Argentine football jerseys.
Others (Chile/Uruguay/Colombia): first division coverage and growing leagues. Explore Chilean jerseys and Uruguayan football jerseys.
Looking for a specific competition that isn't listed yet? Let us know via WhatsApp — that helps us prioritize what to add first.
How to use it in less than a minute
- Choose the date — "today," "next 3 days," or a specific date.
- Select the country or city you're interested in.
- Use the club filter to see the entire schedule for a specific team.
- Click on the match marker to see the stadium, time, and competition.
- Before traveling, confirm the match with the official source — matches may change date, time, or stadium.
Groundhopping route: how to plan a football trip?
The map makes it easy to find "futebol raiz" in São Paulo (Series A2, A3, and "Bezinha"), arrange weekend matches in Santiago, or put together a stadium marathon in Buenos Aires — overcoming the difficulty of finding this scattered data across dozens of different websites.
Weekend in Santiago: filter by Saturday and Sunday in the Metropolitan Region and compare matches in different communes — from the First Division to regional football.
Passing through Buenos Aires: see what's playing in the city during your stay, without relying on individual club websites.
Doubleheader in Rio de Janeiro: combine two matches on the same weekend using the date and city filters.
São Paulo interior: discover matches from regional divisions that rarely appear in international aggregators.
Between Montevideo and nearby cities: plan a route crossing city and date.
Outside the Chilean capital: Concepción, about 500 km south of Santiago, brings together traditional clubs like Fernández Vial and Deportes Concepción, in addition to neighboring Huachipato, in Talcahuano — the only team in the region that was national champion. Matches are played at the Estadio Ester Roa Rebolledo, the third largest in Chile, in a university city with good nightlife — an alternative for those who have exhausted the options of the capital.
Valparaíso and Viña del Mar: the two sister cities on the Chilean coast, connected by urban transport, bring together historic clubs such as Santiago Wanderers (the oldest in Chile, founded in 1892) and Everton de Viña del Mar — a great combination of beach, historical heritage (Valparaíso is a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and "futebol raiz" all in one weekend.
Practicality and security: groundhopper survival guide
South American football has logistical peculiarities that surprise those coming from outside. A practical summary, country by country:
Brazil: stadiums with more than 20,000 seats are requiring facial recognition registration, and most ticketing websites ask for a CPF (Brazilian tax ID), which blocks online purchases for those without a Brazilian document. The most reliable way is usually to buy in person at the official club store or at the stadium's physical ticket office in the days leading up to the match — after priority sale to members — bringing your passport for identification. International cards work inconsistently across platforms: it's good to have a cash plan B.
Argentina: a good part of sales goes through each club's member system, through their own websites or platforms like boleteriavip.com.ar and accessfan.ar; "non-member" sections are usually only seated (no standing) and more expensive. Boca and River, in practice, require local contact or an agency for non-members. Copa Argentina matches, however, are played at neutral venues and do allow away fans, with separate sales at the ticket office of each of the involved clubs in the days prior.
Chile: matches considered high-risk require prior registration in the Fan Registry (registrodelhincha.cl, with passport and selfie) before being able to complete the purchase on platforms like Puntoticket. Unlike Argentina, Chile usually allows away fans in most matches — the exception being high-risk derbies.
Uruguay, Paraguay, Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia: in general, away fans are allowed more naturally than in Argentina. Uruguay tends towards 100% online advance sales; Paraguay has some of the most affordable prices in the region, sold through apps like Tuti.com.py; in Peru and other countries, it's common for passports to be checked against tickets at the entrance, and belts are often prohibited in several stadiums in the region — it's best to leave them at home.
Attention: single-fan sections are not the rule across the entire continent. Many people assume that "there are no away fans in South America" — but that is primarily an Argentine particularity, plus some specific derbies in Brazil. In Argentina, away fans have been prohibited in practically all league matches since 2013, following a violent incident; since mid-2025, the AFA has been testing a gradual and non-mandatory return, decided club by club — meaning, nothing can be assumed without prior confirmation. In Brazil, derbies like Corinthians x Palmeiras, São Paulo x Santos, or the Mineiro Derby (Cruzeiro x Atlético) usually have total or partial restrictions on away fans, depending on the history of the confrontation and the decision of the police/federation for that specific match. Always confirm the sector's conditions before purchasing tickets.
Safety in the surroundings: on derby days, avoid wearing jerseys of rival teams from the city — even if it's not your favorite team, an "incorrect" jersey can attract unwanted attention near the stadium. It's ideal to wear neutral clothing or already wear the local team's colors, and follow the flow of local fans until you reach the gates.
Why finding matches is difficult in South America
The difficulty of knowing where and when a match is played is not exclusive to this region — it's a recurring complaint among those who follow football in any country, especially outside the top divisions. In English-language groundhopping forums, it's common to read that the most popular apps don't cover minor district leagues. In Germany, the problem is so recognized that it led to the creation of dedicated search engines to gather matches of all levels in a single calendar — a sign that this challenge is real even in countries with a mature groundhopping culture.
In South America, this bottleneck is multiplied: borders, federation websites with different formats and terminologies between countries, and minor leagues that often don't even publish their matches in an organized way. The Brazilian environment itself recognizes that the continental dimensions and logistical difficulties make the hobby more difficult to practice here than in Europe. In Argentina, in addition to information, distance, ticket costs, and restrictions on away fans weigh heavily, which only began to be gradually relaxed from 2025 onwards.
The growth of groundhopping in Latin America
While this information problem persists, interest in groundhopping in the region is growing rapidly. According to a study by Chubb (LALIGA's official insurer in the region) published in 2025, more than 5.1 million Latin Americans have already traveled to Spain motivated by football, and publications on the topic accumulated more than 11.9 million views on TikTok in a single year. In Brazil, 3 out of 4 travelers have visited a sporting event or venue on their trips; in Mexico, 70% of respondents state that they would choose a destination specifically for a sports experience.
This growth is also seen from the ground up: communities like the Verminosos por Futebol portal already maintain collaborative lists of "stadium travelers," and the Argentine project Groundspotters, born from university research, documents dozens of stadiums visited in Greater Buenos Aires alone. In some aspects, according to our reading, the South American scene seems to be going through a similar stage to what England and Germany experienced decades ago — a rising culture, still without the information infrastructure that took time to mature in Europe.
How data is collected and updated
The Match Map uses a system that automatically consults and organizes calendars published by federations, leagues, clubs, and other sports sources, updating data daily. As South American matches can be postponed or change stadium or time with little notice, always confirm information with the official source before traveling.
Found a wrong, duplicated, or missing match? Let us know via WhatsApp — that helps keep the map reliable for everyone.
Who the map is for
- Travelers who want to watch local football during a trip
- Groundhoppers hunting for new stadiums
- Fans who follow lower divisions and regional leagues
- Football jersey collectors
- Journalists and researchers of South American football
- Anyone looking for a match near where they will be
Groundhopping in BH? The essential stop outside the stadium
If the map brings you to Belo Horizonte for a match at Mineirão, Independência, or the pitches of local neighborhood football, the trip isn't complete without a visit to our physical store. Located in the cultural heart of the city, inside the Mercado Novo de Belo Horizonte, Garrincha Shirts is more than a store — it's a meeting point for those who live "futebol raiz". Come have a beer, exchange tribune stories, and see our collection of historic jerseys up close.
📍 Garrincha Shirts — physical store
Mercado Novo de Belo Horizonte — 3rd floor, Cancha Store
Corredor E, Loja 3091
Open Wednesday to Sunday, 12 pm to 8 pm
How to get there
👕 Will you be in Belo Horizonte this weekend? Take advantage of match day and stop by Mercado Novo to get your classic South American jersey.
Since 2002, rescuing football history
Since 2002, Garrincha Shirts has been dedicated to the specialized search for football jerseys — more than two decades rescuing the history of giant clubs and alternative teams from around the world. It was this daily experience dealing with collectors and thoroughly researching South American leagues that made us understand the need to create the Match Map: we know the difficulty of finding this information because we are also obsessed with this universe.
Each country covered by the map — Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Peru, and Colombia — also has representatives in our collection. Take the opportunity to explore our collection of Latin American team jerseys and arrive at the match already dressed for the occasion.
Beyond the jersey: we also have books
Garrincha Shirts' obsession with "futebol raiz" goes beyond jerseys — it also becomes reading. In our collection of books and fanzines (currently in Portuguese), you'll find independent publications that treat football as culture, memory, and experience, not just as a result:
- Apologia ao Futebol Menor (fanzine, limited edition + postcards, R$ 38,00) — an immersion in the origin of football passion, before million-dollar contracts: the spontaneous gestures, neighborhood pitches, and the pulse of lower divisions.
- Imagens da Alegre Melancolia (R$ 68,00) — short stories born from months of travel through six South American countries, looking at the continent — and football — from its contradictions.
- Pronunciar o Chão (R$ 68,00) — 20 critical essays that treat football as word, body, politics, and memory.
Free shipping to all of Brazil for books, via Correios' Registered Mail (exclusive modality for books and printed materials).
Alternative football jerseys and tribune culture
Garrincha Shirts unites the passion for lower division football with collecting, offering South American selections and rare jerseys. The map indicates the match, the store preserves the history. It is in this spirit that Garrincha Shirts promotes stadium culture, celebrating the football of smaller tribunes, neighborhood clubs, and regional divisions that rarely get the spotlight. Many of the clubs that appear on the map are also part of the universe of jerseys we research: regional teams, little-known selections, historic clubs, and hard-to-find models — and now also books.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the map free?
Yes, 100% free, no registration needed to view matches.
Does the map include lower divisions?
It depends on the country — coverage of regional leagues and youth categories varies and is constantly expanding. Check the table above to see what we already cover.
Can matches change date, time, or stadium?
Yes. South American football dates and times change frequently, sometimes at the last minute. Always confirm with the official source before traveling.
How do I report a missing or incorrect match?
Via WhatsApp — we respond and correct it as soon as possible.
Can tickets be bought through the map?
No — the map only provides date, time, stadium, and competition information. Tickets must be purchased directly from the club or official ticket office.
Can I use the map to plan a trip?
Yes — that's exactly what it was designed for. Use the city, region, and date filters to plan your itinerary.
What is groundhopping?
It's the hobby of traveling to visit different football stadiums and watch live matches, collecting experiences rather than results. According to researcher Hendrik Kren (University of Kiel), the term "groundhopping" emerged in the late 1980s, although groups of fans had been traveling to follow their teams since the early 1970s; the "Club 92," the first club dedicated to those who had visited the 92 stadiums of the main English divisions, was founded in 1978. Later, the hobby spread to Germany, the Netherlands, and, more recently, to Latin America.
What does futebol raiz mean?
It is the expression used in Brazil for the most traditional and popular football — simple stands, accessible tickets, neighborhood clubs, and regional divisions — as opposed to the "modern football" of large stadiums and expensive tickets.
Have you visited an alternative stadium yet?
The Match Map shows where football happens, but the one who truly knows the experience of each stadium is the one who has already been there. Leave us in the comments of this post the story of the most alternative, hidden, or unforgettable stadium you've visited on the continent — it could be a neighborhood pitch, a regional division stadium, or that off-the-beaten-path stadium that no one talks about. Tell us the city, the club, and what made the experience special: your tip might be exactly what another groundhopper is looking for for their next trip.
Consulted sources: "The Play That Shapes Destiny" study (Chubb/LALIGA, 2025); reports and lists from the Verminosos por Futebol portal; academic article on groundhopping published in Ludopédio; Hendrik Kren, "Groundhopping – a phenomenon in European fan culture" (University of Kiel); groundhopping forums and blogs in English (NonLeagueMatters, groundhop.com) and German (Kopane.de, Groundhopping Helper, hogn.de); reports on the gradual return of away fans in Argentina (AFA, 2025-2026); stories and ticket purchase guides shared by the international groundhopping community.
👕 Wear history. Explore our online catalog, with shipping throughout Brazil and abroad, or visit our physical store in BH, at Mercado Novo, for an authentic search for club and national team jerseys from South America.