Barcelona Bids to Host 2029 Champions League Final at Expanded Spotify Camp Nou

Barcelona has officially launched a bid with the city council and Catalan government to host the 2029 Champions League final at the renovated Spotify Camp Nou, which will boast a 104,600 capacity once complete, positioning it as Europe's largest stadium. This move comes amid delays in renovations, potentially pushing full completion to late 2028, while the city also eyes the 2030 World Cup final despite competition from Madrid and Morocco.

The 2025-26 Champions League league phase has wrapped, with Arsenal topping the table after winning all eight matches, scoring 23 goals while conceding just four, as they chase a Premier League and European double. Bayern Munich sit second, unbeaten in seven, dominating the Bundesliga under Vincent Kompany. PSG, Barcelona, Manchester City, Inter, Real Madrid, and Chelsea round out the top eight, advancing straight to the March Round of 16. Playoffs kick off February 17-25, featuring Benfica's stunning 4-2 upset over Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho, earning them a playoff rematch; PSG vs. Monaco; Inter vs. Bodo/Glimt; and Juventus vs. Galatasaray. Eliminated giants include Napoli, Marseille, and Ajax.

In team news, Barcelona plans without Robert Lewandowski next season, targeting a striker and center-back under the 1:1 rule, while Hansi Flick laments defensive woes. Real Madrid, now coached by Alvaro Arbeloa after sacking Xabi Alonso, rely on Kylian Mbappe's 37 goals despite inconsistency. Atletico Madrid signed Ademola Lookman, Juventus thrives under Luciano Spalletti with Weston McKennie shining, and Chelsea improved under new boss Liam Rosenior.

Premier League leaders Arsenal hold a six-point edge on City, who face Pep Guardiola contract uncertainty. Inter lead Serie A, Porto dominate Portugal with 18 wins in 19.

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