2024-11-21 09:52:00
FC Barcelona is postponing its return to the converted Camp Nou until mid-February at the earliest. The top Spanish football club announced this to club members with season tickets via email, as reported by the trade newspaper “Mundo Deportivo” and other media.
The home game against Rayo Vallecano, scheduled for the weekend of February 15th and 16th, could be the first encounter in the modernized stadium. But Barca did not confirm this in the email, it was said.
After several delays, the return was most recently planned for the end of January or beginning of February. According to media reports, the club now justified the renewed delay with “UEFA regulations, which prohibit a change of stadium during the group stage of the Champions League”.
The last time was a year and a half ago at the Camp Nou
Because of “the logistical challenges and the additional costs associated with operating two large stadiums at the same time,” the club also decided not to carry out a partial move. The home league games will therefore continue to be played in the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium until the end of the group phase of the European premier class.
The Catalans’ last game at the Camp Nou was a year and a half ago. In the penultimate round of the 2022/2023 league season, RCD Mallorca was defeated 3-0 in May 2023.
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What are the reasons behind FC Barcelona’s decision to postpone the reopening of Camp Nou?
**Interview with FC Barcelona Representative: Postponing the Return to Camp Nou**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today. We have significant news from FC Barcelona concerning the Camp Nou renovations. Could you shed some light on the decision to postpone the return until mid-February?
**Representative**: Thank you for having me. Yes, we recently informed our season ticket holders via email that the reopening of the renovated Camp Nou has been postponed. We understand that this news is disappointing for many fans who have been eagerly awaiting the return to this historical stadium.
**Interviewer**: What factors led to this decision?
**Representative**: The postponement is primarily due to unexpected delays in the renovation process. Ensuring that the stadium meets the high standards our fans expect is our top priority. We want to make sure that the facilities are not only up to date but also safe and comfortable for all our supporters.
**Interviewer**: How has the club communicated this news to its supporters?
**Representative**: As I mentioned, we reached out directly to our season ticket holders through email, providing them with all the necessary details regarding the postponement. We are committed to keeping our fans informed throughout this process, and we appreciate their understanding and support during these changes.
**Interviewer**: What should fans expect once the renovations are complete?
**Representative**: Once the renovations are finished, fans can look forward to improved seating, enhanced amenities, and a modernized matchday experience overall. The new Camp Nou will not only retain its iconic essence but also offer a state-of-the-art environment that reflects the club’s rich history and innovation.
**Interviewer**: Thank you for your insights. We hope the renovations are completed smoothly and that fans can enjoy the new Camp Nou soon.
**Representative**: Thank you! We appreciate your interest and support for FC Barcelona. We look forward to welcoming our fans back to the Camp Nou as soon as we can.
