Barcelona followers are counting down the times to the extremely anticipated Champions League conflict in opposition to Paris Saint-Germain — however questions stay over whether or not it should mark their return to the long-lasting Camp Nou. Tight building deadlines and UEFA necessities have made this one of the crucial intriguing venue selections of the brand new season.
The Blaugrana’s long-awaited return to Camp Nou has been affected by delays because the large renovation venture started. The membership had initially hoped to reopen their dwelling final November, however building setbacks compelled them to start the 2025-26 season away from their religious floor.
The Blaugrana opened their marketing campaign with a 6-0 rout of Valencia at Estadi Johan Cruyff, and they’re set to face Getafe there as effectively. However followers are desirous to see the staff return to a bigger venue, with many hoping that the top of September will lastly carry excellent news.
Based on Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will submit the Last Works Certificates (CFO) to the Barcelona Metropolis Council this week, in hopes of securing the essential First Occupancy Licence. This may permit a partial reopening of Camp Nou, with 27,000 seats accessible in the principle and south stands.
Suppose the approval doesn’t come by in time. In that case, Barcelona’s La Liga conflict in opposition to Actual Sociedad on 28 September may even be performed at Johan Cruyff, as Montjuic’s Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys is booked for a significant live performance that weekend.
UEFA rules add complexity
However La Liga matches are solely a part of the puzzle — Barcelona’s return to Europe’s greatest stage provides a layer of urgency. The Catalan giants are set to face Paris Saint-Germain of their Champions League Matchday 2 conflict on 1 October, however UEFA guidelines complicate the matter.
UEFA rules require the lateral stands to be open for group-stage matches, which is barely doable as soon as Camp Nou reaches a capability of not less than 45,000. This may occur within the second section of the stadium’s reopening, scheduled later within the autumn.
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The place will Barcelona host PSG?
Which means the reply to the burning query is evident: Barcelona vs. PSG will virtually actually be performed at Montjuic’s Estadi Olimpic. Mundo Deportivo reviews that Barcelona has “virtually assumed” the match won’t be held at Camp Nou, even when partial approval is granted earlier than the top of September. UEFA is predicted to indicate flexibility and permit the Catalans to change venues mid-group stage, with the objective being to host the third UCL match — in opposition to Olympiacos on 21 October — at Camp Nou below the expanded 45,000-seat capability.
