Overview
- Barcelona has submitted documentation to the Barcelona City Council seeking Phase 1C approval to open additional sections of Spotify Camp Nou.
- If granted, the move would reopen the remaining lower-bowl areas behind the Gol Nord and raise authorised capacity from about 45–46,000 to roughly 62,000.
- The club is targeting the first home game of 2026 on January 25 against Real Oviedo to debut the expanded seating, subject to approval.
- Reports describe the 1C licence as close to being granted following negotiations, with construction continuing during an away-heavy January schedule.
- Work on the third tier will carry into next season toward a planned final capacity near 105,000, with the roof phase to follow under contractor Limak.