Barça Sets Its Sights on Hosting the 2029 UEFA Champions League Final
3 February 2026
Barcelona launches bid to host the 2029 Champions League final
Barcelona has formally requested to host the 2029 UEFA Champions League final. The club announced the move on its official site, saying it wishes to participate in the initial bid process in collaboration with the City Council and the Government of Catalonia. The proposal envisions Barcelona as the host city with Spotify Camp Nou as the final venue, contingent on UEFA approval and with the backing of the Spanish Football Federation as host and co-organizer.
What the bid includes and next steps
The club stated that the bid is part of a preliminary assessment stage, with the involved institutions submitting the required initial documents to allow UEFA to evaluate suitability under existing protocols. Barcelona aims to finalize and submit the complete dossier in early June 2026.
Context and potential impact
If successful, the bid would reinforce Spain's central role in European football and showcase the city of Barcelona on the world stage. The process will be watched closely by fans, sponsors, and city officials alike.
Punchline 1: Barcelona's bid is so polished, even the trophy might file a safety report.
Punchline 2: If the bid fails, at least the tapas will still be excellent and so will the sun in Barcelona.
