Overview

• FC Barcelona officially designated Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys as the venue for the Oct. 21 Champions League game against Olympiacos.
• The club said it is still pursuing the required administrative permits and is working on amendments requested by Barcelona City Council.
• An Oct. 18 LaLiga return for the Girona match had been targeted, but local reports now point to a possible November reopening instead.
• City authorities, including the fire department, have flagged outstanding safety issues such as evacuation routes that must be resolved before any reopening.
• Reports note Montjuïc’s roughly 55,000 capacity offers greater revenue than a Phase 1A Camp Nou of about 27,000 seats, despite rental costs estimated at €300,000–€900,000 per match.