After more than two years away, FC Barcelona is finally set to return home. This weekend, Hansi Flick’s team will step onto the grass of the Spotify Camp Nou again, closing the chapter at Montjuïc and reopening the gates of one of football’s most iconic stadiums.
The matchup against Athletic Club is shaping up to be symbolic, emotional, and historic… but the celebration arrived with controversy.

As the club gradually revealed details of the homecoming, one announcement in particular ignited debate across Catalonia and beyond. What was supposed to be a festive return also came with a shock that few saw coming.

A Price Shock No One Expected

The official numbers released on Monday made it crystal clear: returning to the Camp Nou will not be cheap.
The lowest-priced ticket for the inaugural match sits at 199 euros, located in the stands and corners — areas that historically served as the most affordable spots for the general public.

From there, prices climb sharply. Seats on the first tier of the main stand surpass 589 euros, and that’s without touching the premium options, many of which can reach or exceed 1,000 euros, especially those that include exclusive access or added hospitality services.

The club has introduced a 20% discount for season-ticket holders, yet the overall feeling is that the reopening has arrived with a dramatic and unexpected price spike, even considering the stadium’s modernization.

Season Tickets, Members, and UEFA’s Pending Decision

The return to the Camp Nou also forces the club to reorganize its season-ticket structure — particularly concerning the 23,000 members who paid reduced rates while the team played at Montjuïc.
The transition won’t be immediate. Internal meetings and adjustments are expected before the final model is approved, creating uncertainty among long-time socios who have waited patiently for their seats.

Another unresolved question remains: whether Barcelona will be allowed to host Champions League matches at the renewed stadium.
This decision lies in the hands of UEFA, which must evaluate the venue’s readiness, focusing on access points, operational zones, and security requirements before granting approval.

A Return Full of Emotion… and Debate

Barcelona’s comeback to their legendary home promises an unforgettable night — a long-awaited reunion between the team and its supporters.
But the economic impact of this new era has opened an unavoidable debate: Who will truly be able to afford the “new” Camp Nou?