UEFA Approves Barcelona to Start Champions League Away as Club Considers Multiple Home Stadiums and Mid-September Camp Nou Reopening

Barcelona is facing uncertainty over the venue for its home matches this season due to ongoing construction at the Spotify Camp Nou stadium. UEFA has approved Barcelona to begin the Champions League campaign with an away game, providing the club additional time to finalize its home stadium arrangements. The club is considering multiple options for home games, including the Spotify Camp Nou, Montjuïc stadium, and potentially Mestalla, the home ground of Valencia. Barcelona aims to reopen the Camp Nou by mid-September, but it remains unclear if this timeline is feasible. Additionally, the club has proposed to LaLiga to play its fourth matchday at Mestalla, with plans to alternate the order of fixtures by hosting the return game at Spotify Camp Nou. The situation reflects logistical challenges for the La Liga champions as they navigate stadium availability amid ongoing renovations.