FC Barcelona is experiencing an exciting time, especially with its women's team. Club president Joan Laporta sees a golden opportunity for Women's Barça by presenting Camp Nou as the venue for the 2027 Women's Champions League Final. This is a significant step that could mark a historic milestone in women's soccer.
A Unique Opportunity
In a scenario where several European stadiums are aspiring to become the venue for the Women's Champions League final, FC Barcelona is positioned strongly. Among the competitors are the National Stadium in Warsaw, St. Jakob Park in Basel and the National Stadium of Wales in Cardiff.
Camp Nou is one of the most iconic stadiums in the world. The fact that this stadium hosts this event is a source of pride for the club and its fans.
Currently undergoing renovations, Camp Nou is scheduled to be completed by 2025. The improvements include increasing the stadium's capacity to 104,600, making it an ideal venue for large-scale events. With the new infrastructure, FC Barcelona will have a modernized home for international competitions and convenient services for players and fans.
Joan Laporta and the Future of Women's Barça
Joan Laporta is enthusiastic about this proposal. Hosting the Women's Champions League final will raise the profile of the club and promote the growth of women's soccer. Laporta knows that this is an opportunity that can greatly benefit Women's Barça, which has made great strides in recent years.
The women's team has proven its quality and commitment in national and international competitions. With the chance to play at Camp Nou, Women's Barça could reach new heights and continue to write its history. This event could attract more fans to women's soccer, promoting its development and strengthening the club's identity.
Florentino Pérez's Response
Meanwhile, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has also expressed interest in the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium hosting such an event. Despite being iconic, the Bernabeu faces the challenge of its women's team still being in its growth phase in the Champions League.
Florentino Pérez has turned a blind eye to Barça's announcement. However, there's no doubt that he dreams of seeing his women's team in a Champions League final.
Real Madrid, despite their rich history in men's soccer, are building their legacy in women's soccer. However, the competition with Barça is fierce. While Women's Barça continue to shine on the European stage, Real Madrid will have to work harder to reach the same level.