Barcelona Set to Play Historic Game at Renovated Camp Nou on Saturday
The club confirmed they are set to host at the partially upgraded Camp Nou on Saturday. The club will host the Bilbao team in the Spanish league 30 months after they moved out for construction to commence.
“We’ve dreamed about the return. Now, it’s here. We’re back home. Back at Spotify Camp Nou.”
The stadium will not be at full capacity with 45,401 fans will be allowed to watch as per the current authorization. Once fully finished, the stadium’s capacity will reach almost 105,000 spectators, up from the previous 99,000. Officials confirmed recent additions comprise an updated entryway for the team and new dressing rooms.
Recent Activities
Barça organized an open training session inside the stadium in early November. The club said they were hoping for permission from European football’s governing body to play their next home Champions League game against Eintracht Frankfurt in December at Camp Nou. Their recent games have been held at the Olympic Stadium.