The iconic and historic Spotify Camp Nou of FC Barcelona is undergoing a major renovation, and this week it has been subject to official inspections to assess the progress of its transformation. On Wednesday and Thursday, city council representatives visited the stands and lateral areas as part of the monitoring process for phase 1B of the project.
With phase 1A completed, allowing the use of the main stand and some VIP boxes, Barcelona’s next challenge is to advance through phase 1B, which will enable the opening of the lateral sections and increase capacity to 45,000 spectators. The club also plans to organize an open training session and several pre-return events, reinforcing the idea that the stadium will be ready to reopen in the coming weeks.
Will Barcelona soon return to play in their home stadium?
Absolutely yes, although the return will be gradual and dependent on safety and permit approvals, progress suggests that the stadium could host the team before the end of the year, marking a milestone in the club’s ambitious renovation plan.