Morante de la Puebla Returns to Seville's Maestranza in 2026

Published on January 22, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
The bullfighter Morante de la Puebla dressed in lights in the ring of the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza de Sevilla.

Morante de la Puebla Returns to the Maestranza de Sevilla in 2026

José María Garzón, who manages the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza in Seville, has officially announced this Wednesday that the bullfighter Morante de la Puebla will return to perform in his arena. The bullfighter will return for four specific events during the 2026 season, putting an end to a period of uncertainty about his schedule. 🐂

Details of the Agreement to Bullfight

The signed contract stipulates that the matador will appear on four different occasions during the 2026 Feria de Abril. Although Garzón does not specify the exact dates, he emphasizes that the commitment is firm and unchangeable for that edition. The promoter views positively the ability to include the bullfighter again in the programming.

Key Points of the Return:
Being able to count on Morante again on the poster is very positive for the Maestranza.

Reaction in the Bullfighting World

The announcement has generated an immediate response among fans, who were eager to see the bullfighter back in Seville after his absence. The return of a figure with his trajectory always constitutes a highlight event on the calendar, which strengthens the plaza's program for two years from now.

Consequences of the Announcement:

Preparations for a Future Season

Although the 2026 season seems distant, in the bullfighting environment they are already beginning to organize the future. Some fans even comment, joking, that they have enough time to save the money they will need to buy their tickets. 📅