FC Barcelona to Host Historic Match at Upgraded Camp Nou this Saturday
Barcelona have announced they will play at the still-under-construction Camp Nou this Saturday. Athletic Bilbao will visit the Bilbao team in the Spanish league over two years after they moved out to allow renovations to start.
“We envisioned this comeback. The moment has arrived. Home again at Spotify Camp Nou.”
Not all seats will be available though over 45,000 attendees are permitted inside under the licence granted. When completed, it will accommodate almost 105,000 spectators, up from the previous 99,000. Officials confirmed recent additions comprise a renovated tunnel for players along with upgraded changing facilities.
Recent Activities
Barcelona held an open training session at the Camp Nou on 7 November. Officials stated they are seeking authorization from Uefa to play their next home Champions League game facing Eintracht in December at the stadium. They have been hosting matches in the temporary ground.