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Barcelona's Camp Nou Reopening Blocked After City Denies Safety Permit

Barcelona will play at Montjuïc after inspectors flagged evacuation, exit, accessibility issues requiring remedial work.

Soccer Football - Visit of FC Barcelona's new Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - September 23, 2025 General view inside the stadium during the visit REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - Visit of FC Barcelona's new Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - September 23, 2025 General view of the dugout during the visit REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - Visit of FC Barcelona's new Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - September 23, 2025 General view inside the stadium during the visit REUTERS/Albert Gea
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Overview

  • Barcelona City Council refused the initial occupancy licence for Phase 1A, with the fire service citing problems in evacuation routes and exits.
  • FC Barcelona confirmed Sunday’s LaLiga match against Real Sociedad on September 28 will be staged at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium.
  • The club also announced the Champions League home game against PSG on October 1 will be played at Montjuïc.
  • Club leaders say the required certificates were submitted and that they are implementing new amendments requested by the council, while no reopening date has been granted.
  • The Espai Barça rebuild is estimated at about €1.5 billion, with the stadium roof now planned for summer 2027 after multiple delays and recent home games moved to the 6,000‑seat Johan Cruyff venue under temporary dispensation.