
07/12/2025
Barcelona Plans Grand Tribute to Lionel Messi at Spotify Camp Nou Reopening
FC Barcelona is preparing a monumental tribute to club legend Lionel Messi as part of the official inauguration of the renovated Spotify Camp Nou stadium. The event, expected to take place during the 2026–27 season, will honor Messi’s unparalleled 18-year legacy at the club and offer the farewell he never received following his sudden departure in 2021.
With the stadium’s full reopening set to accommodate a record 104,000 spectators, the tribute will serve as both a celebration of Messi’s historic contributions and a symbolic step toward healing the rift caused by his unexpected exit. The Argentine icon, widely considered the greatest player in Barça’s history, has remained vocal about his deep affection for the club, making his participation all the more meaningful.
While plans for the tribute are still being finalized, club officials are intent on delivering a moment worthy of Messi’s stature. The event is expected to feature tributes from fans, teammates, and club figures, encapsulating Messi’s role in shaping the modern era of Barcelona football.
Ahead of the full reopening, Barça will return to their historic home for the Joan Gamper Cup match on August 10, albeit with a reduced capacity of 30,000 as construction nears completion.
The tribute to Messi will not only mark a poignant reunion but also signal the dawn of a new chapter for FC Barcelona—one rooted in tradition, renewal, and the legacy of a player who defined a generation.