FIFA inspects Spotify Camp Nou for World Cup

FIFA inspected Barcelona's Spotify Camp Nou to assess its suitability to host the 2030 World Cup final or other matches; the decision will be made in May 2027.

A FIFA delegation visited Barcelona's Spotify Camp Nou yesterday to evaluate the stadium's facilities and determine its suitability for hosting the 2030 World Cup final or other tournament matches. Barcelona and the city hope the stadium will be selected for the final, a possibility that appears viable given the facility's quality and capacity.

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta, Barcelona mayor Jaume Collboni, and regional sports official Berni Álvarez welcomed the FIFA delegation. The technical inspection was accompanied by club staff, including Joan Sentelles, the club's operations director, who provided technical explanations. The evaluation included a request for technical documentation and maps to be submitted by year-end to complete the assessment.

Despite ongoing renovation work, officials believe this will not disadvantage the bid, as previous World Cup stadium inspections have occurred during construction phases. Barcelona's track record in hosting major events, combined with the stadium's final capacity and operational readiness, work in the city's favour.

FIFA will announce in May 2027 which stadium will host the final and how many matches—between five and seven—will be played at Spotify Camp Nou.