Wisla Krakow Matchday Experience

5 (23 reviews)  •  Europe, Krakow

Managed to catch a game with Wisla Karkow in the Conference League. Great communication from Filip as the schedule was changing constantly. We met at a friend of Felip's apartment where I was "harassed" for buying some rubbish Polish beer, tata or something I think. 6 tata's and a few vodkas later we were at the ground. Everything was perfect. Felip and his friends are great hosts and very obvious to see how much they love their club! Despite the result the fans were in full voice throughout. Thanks so much Felip, Krakow is a great city with an even better football team.

Filip is a first rate host, keen to make sure we had the best time and willing to tailor the experience to suit whatever we wanted. We went for the authentic pre-match preparations involving a few drinks with his pals. They are a really welcoming group and we had lots of laughs and football talk before going to the ground. The game itself was an exciting 2-2 draw with a controversial red card and the Wisła fans are properly passionate. It was an absolutely fantastic night. If you've got some time in Krakow and enjoy football, don't hesitate, just treat yourself to this experience.

During a family break in Krakow, my teenage son and I booked a trip to a Wisla Krakow Europa Conference home game with Filip. Our host's pre-match communication was excellent and our rendezvous went without problems. We then proceeded to the ground, along with an entertaining group of Dutch lads (also on the tour) via the club shop and a local bar. Filip was an excellent host throughout this time. The match itself was great entertainment, with Filip prompting us with joining in with the home end chants. At the end of the night (20 minutes to midnight due to the match finishing 12-11 to the home side on penalties!), Filip took us back to the original meeting point, where my son and I walked back to our hotel. Filip even checked after leaving us to ensure we got back safely. My son thoroughly enjoyed his first taste of European football, Filip helping to make this a problem-free experience. I had a fantastic time too, and cannot speak highly enough of our host: Filip was friendly, entertaining and very organised throughout the evening. Massive thanks from the Argyle boys - maybe we'll see you at Home Park one day!

Wisla Krakow Vs FK Llipa Europa league We met filip at mekon restaurant Few drinks with others before heading to match A great night

That's definitely longest review I have ever seen! Thanks so much Paul! See you next time in Krakow!

Wisla Krakow v Widzew Lodz, Cup QF - Weds 28th February, 2024 (8.30pm ko) A wonderful experience with Filip & his friends, highly recommended! As a solo visitor to Krakow & a big football fan I really wanted to take in the above game. I walked to the ground on Tues but was unable to purchase a ticket. Back in a bar I tried directly on the club website but still struggling, when the "Homefans" link appeared. Having read all the positive reviews, I thought why not, although a bit apprehensive I'll admit! I need not have worried, after applying Filip was in touch soon enough advising a location to meet at 4.30pm on the day of the game. He was spot on time, we went & bought a few beers & went round the corner to his friend's apartment. Snacks were laid on, I was introduced to cherry vodka & over the next hour or so more of Filip's friends arrived & we talked football & other things. All were super friendly & photos taken etc. We then got taxi's to their bar near the ground (my taxi driver had lived near my UK area for 15 years before returning to Poland, small world!). A few more drinks & a chat again, some of Filip's friends were into their darts like me! Even some of Filip's Lodz friends came in as well, all very jovial! We then made the short walk to the ground, Filip made sure I got in ok & then we were up the stairs & in, great spot to the left of the goal at the home end! What followed was an amazing football experience! Filip said there were probably about 27,000 in but they made the noise of three times that many! A big flag was pushed above our heads at the start of the game, then after 10 mins the red flares went off, great photos of that! I don't remember sitting down much or not singing! Atmosphere was great. The game itself was fairly even, but Lodz scored a penalty on 80 mins (after a VAR check that went on forever, or so it seemed, yes it's used in Poland too unfortunately!) & things were not looking good, I've cursed them I thought! Then Filip advised there were SEVENTEEN minutes of injury time!! (Blame VAR!). In the very last of those Wisla got a free kick at our end, goalkeeper up etc. Ball cleared to the edge of the area, shot on & buried into the bottom corner!! Cue utter chaos that only a last minute goal can bring...I was jumped upon by about five people amidst all the celebrations! Shirts off seem to be a thing too! So 1-1 & into extra time (after another very nervous VAR check!) Lodz had a goal disallowed in ET (still not sure why, but who cares!) then in the 118th minute with penalties beckoning, Wisla had a great move down their right, ball crossed in & slid home in the middle, at our end again! 2-1 !! Get in, cue more chaotic scenes! Final score 2-1 to Wisla. Everyone was on a high so Filip got some more beers & we walked to a park area where we drank, chatted & exchanged more stories & photos! People drifted off home & Filip kindly got a taxi with me back into the Old town. We got a takeaway & said our goodbyes, but not before Filip pointed me in the right direction for my hotel! I rolled in about 2.15am very tired but very happy! We swapped messages again to say goodnight. That was not the end of Filip's kindness though! He checked I had made my tour the following morning (I did!) & also gave me a restaurant & beer house recommendation, which I duly followed up on that evening, both were great! Filip - many thanks for your kindness & looking after me, plus all of your friends too, apologies but I cannot remember their names, told you I was useless at that! You are all a credit to your club & your fantastic city. Please pass on my thanks to them all. I hope you enjoy continued success & Wisla win the Cup!! Good luck with the best man duties as well ! Anyone wanting a great football experience in Krakow please get in touch with Filip!!

Thanks a lot Brian, that means a lot to me! Hope to see you again in Krakow very soon!

We had a great time. Filip has some great reviews, and there is a good reason for that - he is great. We took in a third division match at noon at Wieczysta Krakow as they were at home on the same day as the big match. Open stand and a bit of snow but definitely an experience - great club shop and obviously an ambitious outfit, won 5-0 to stay top. Our plans changed through the day but it was cool. We got a tram to the stadium, checked out the club shop before retiring to a local restaurant for refreshment. Our game co-incided with a major club celebration so there were flags, pyros, smoke - at one point the players were taken off while the smoke cleared. It was an absolutely fantastic experience, enhanced by the fact that the home team scored twice in additional time to secure a morale-boosting win. Can't guarantee that much excitement but Filip looked after us very well, and it was great to have tickets/transport/local knowledge/great company all sorted. Thanks for a brilliant day, Fillip. Highly recommended.

Aww, thanks so much guys! I'm so happy you enjoyed it! All I can say is.. That I can't wait to see all of you here again!

Filip took 25 of us on a stag do out drinking and to the match. He was simply amazing! We met him at mid day and were still out drinking and singing karaoke with him until 2am. Filip made the day amazing for us and him and his friends are great fun. The Wisla fans are incredible, non stop singing and chanting the entire game. They had a 90th min penalty winner which was the cherry on the cake. If you're going to Krakow, book a game with Filip, you won't regret it!

Thanks a lot mate, see you either in Poland or Romania next time!

Some friends and I met Filip and went for a warm up party to one of his friend's apartment. There we got to know each other, had some drinks, discussed football and our local teams and also got to know some Wisła chants. Then we made our way to the stadium, where we had a great time. Atmosphere was electric and the home fans sang the whole match. Wisła came back from behind and won 2-1 which helped contribute to the great atmosphere. I can say I made some new friends and I wholeheartedly recomment giving this experience a try if you are in Krakow or nearby. Jazda, Jazda, Jazda, Biała Gwiazda!

Filip is an amazing host couldn’t have asked for a better day. Met us outside the stadium a a few hours before kick off and kindly bought us drinks. Had an amazing chat with all his friends and fellow Wisla fans to then go see an electric atmosphere 100% Worth it 10/10. Can definitely say I have made a friend in Filip.

Thanks! Hope you'll join me next season for 1 Liga games!

We had amazing day with Filip and his friends when we joined them this season. Can't wait to come back to Krakow and experience it again!

Thanks a lot Craig, hope to see you guys again!

I couldn’t recommend this experience any more. Filip was a perfect host and everything went smoothly with the football (apart from the result). I would recommend anyone to experience this when travelling to Krakow.

Thanks Adam, hope to see you again in Krakow!

I was traveling with my girlfriend through Poland and we decided to spend a few days in Krakow. It’s such a picturesque city with a passionate football fan base. We spent a Saturday with Filip and his friends and couldn’t recommend the experience enough. He has a very welcoming group, which only added to the atmosphere. If you’re stopping through Krakow and there’s a game… hit up Filip!

Thanks guys! Hope to see you soon in Krakow!

As a football fan I got everything expected from this experience! The game was tense, a typical derby and not a classic, but that’s not what I was going for. To see the passion of the fans and all that mattered was the three points was what made it for me and reminded me of my own teams derby. Filip and friends were great hosts, very patient and took care of us throughout. A great authentic experience which you wouldn’t get with other guides. Would highly recommend

Thanks a lot guys, cheers!

We had a great time with Filip and his Friends. The contact the days before the match was really fast. On matchday we met in the city and then we went to a houseparty wich was very fun with some good food and vodka. Atmosphere in the stadium was also great.