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Barcelona Partially Reopens Spotify Camp Nou With Sold-Out Test, Targets Late-November Match

A sold-out open training doubled as a live operational test, with the club now awaiting the 1B license to host an official game later this month.

Overview

  • The club admitted spectators only in the Tribuna and Gol Sur under phase 1A, selling 23,000 tickets and drawing about 22,000 attendees for the pilot event.
  • FC Barcelona said the session validated access, systems and match‑day procedures, and officials reported minor incidents were resolved after a planned electrical stress test.
  • Permission for phase 1B would open the Lateral stand and raise capacity to roughly 45,000, enabling a first team match targeted for November 22 or 29 if the license arrives.
  • Ticket revenue from the open training was earmarked for Fundació Barça’s Pulseras Blaugranas charity initiative.
  • Major works on the third tier, VIP rings and the full roof continue, with completion projected in 2026–2027 and a planned capacity of about 105,000.