The City Council has formalized its support by signing the Host City Agreement, a mandatory UEFA document confirming the city’s readiness to provide the necessary infrastructure, security, and logistics.
Key Factors in the 2029 Bid
- The “New” Temple: By 2029, the Spotify Camp Nou renovation will be fully complete, boasting a capacity of 105,000, making it the largest stadium in Europe.
- The Competition: Barcelona faces a primary rival in Wembley Stadium. However, since London hosted as recently as 2024, UEFA may favor a return to Catalonia for the first time since 1999.
- The Decision: The UEFA Executive Committee is expected to announce the host venue in September 2026.
Eyes on the 2030 World Cup Final
While the Champions League is a priority, the city is also aggressively campaigning for the 2030 FIFA World Cup Final.
- David Escudé, Barcelona’s sports councillor, has publicly argued that the Spotify Camp Nou is a superior candidate to Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu based on objective capacity and modern infrastructure requirements.
- Although Spanish Federation President Rafael Louzán recently hinted that the final will likely take place in Spain, FIFA has not yet made a final decision between Barcelona, Madrid, and Casablanca’s new Grand Stade Hassan II.