FC Barcelona Set to Play Inaugural Match at Renovated Camp Nou over the weekend

Barça revealed their first game will take place at the renovated but unfinished Camp Nou on Saturday. They will welcome the Basque side in La Liga two and a half years after they moved out so building work could begin.

“We envisioned this comeback. The moment has arrived. Home again at Spotify Camp Nou.”

Attendance will be limited but 45,401 spectators can be present under the licence granted. Once fully finished, the stadium’s capacity will reach close to 105,000 fans, increasing from the former 99,000. Officials confirmed finished work included an updated entryway for the team along with upgraded changing facilities.

Stadium Testing

Barcelona held a fan-accessible workout at the Camp Nou earlier this month. Officials stated they were hoping for permission by UEFA to play their next home Champions League game versus the German side next month in the renovated venue. They have been hosting matches at Estadio Olímpic Lluís Companys.

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