Overview
- Barcelona hosts Athletic Club at 16:15 local time in the first official match at the refurbished ground after 909 days away.
- The reopening corresponds to phase 1B, with limited sections in use and further phases planned to lift capacity to around 60,000 by early 2026 and full capacity with the new roof in later seasons.
- Matchday features a supporter-centered program with live music, fireworks and an honorary kick taken by the club’s oldest attending member.
- Authorities urge fans to use public transport, reinforce metro services, restrict nearby streets to residents, and keep stadium parking closed while adding temporary motorcycle bays.
- Tickets were scarce despite prices reported between €199 and €589, and squad updates include Joan Garcia starting in goal with Raphinha available from the bench.