Overview

• LaLiga granted an exception to the 8,000-seat minimum after Barcelona rapidly installed the required VAR system at the Johan Cruyff ground.
• Camp Nou’s partial reopening lacks municipal permits as construction continues, leaving the venue for upcoming home fixtures unresolved.
• The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys was not available for this date due to a concert, pushing Barcelona to use its 6,000-capacity training stadium.
• Barcelona issued matchday guidance with doors opening at 19:30, tickets and ID checks at entry, and no storage for items barred from the stands.
• The club set up free shuttle buses from 19:00 at five-minute intervals and urged fans to use public transport options such as the Tram and nearby Rodalies lines.