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City Blocks Camp Nou Reopening as Barça Move Real Sociedad Game to Montjuïc

Officials cited evacuation risks plus fire‑safety gaps, prompting Barcelona to pursue the initial occupancy license through new amendments.

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Barcelona's Camp Nou stadium is almost ready to reopen but they are still tackling some issues to obtain an important permit

Overview

  • Barcelona City Council denied the initial occupancy permit on Tuesday after fire authorities reported shortcomings in evacuation routes and related safety measures.
  • Barcelona confirmed Sunday’s LaLiga match against Real Sociedad will be played at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with the Oct. 1 Champions League opener versus PSG also set for Montjuïc.
  • The club’s phased return plan sought to open a 27,000‑seat Section (Phase 1A), which remains on hold pending compliance with the city’s technical observations.
  • President Joan Laporta says all required certificates have been submitted and maintains the venue is ready, while the club works on amendments requested by the council.
  • Recent scheduling and revenue pressures continue, with two prior home games staged under special dispensation at the 6,000‑capacity Johan Cruyff ground and the €1.5bn rebuild now targeting roof installation in 2027.