Five interesting facts about to know about FC Barcelona

Did you know? Initially, the Calle Industria stadium had a capacity of 1,500 spectators. It was the first to have tiered seating and in 1916 a two-story grandstand was built to accommodate up to 6,000 ‘culers’.

The Canaletas fountain is one of the best-known in the city. But why? In the 1930s, Barça fans used to gather in front of La Rambla newspaper’s editorial office, located near the fountain. At weekends, the office would hang a board on its façade with the match results and the ‘culers’ would gather to comment on them. Although the publication no longer exists today, Barcelona fans still make pilgrimages to the fountain to celebrate their club’s victories and titles.

Did you know? Legend has it that “whoever drinks from the Canaletas fountain returns to the city.” So, as well as the football tradition, it’s also known for the superstition that attracts would-be returning Barcelona visitors.

Spotify Camp Nou is the largest stadium in Europe, with the aim to be one of the most modern in the world. The stadium’s renovation work plans to increase capacity from 99,354 to 150,000 spectators and will install a retractable roof to keep fans covered on rainy days. The new Spotify Camp Nou is expected to open in September 2026, but the stadium is considering reopening its doors in October 2025, with 66,000 seats available.

Did you know? Spotify Camp Nou’s capacity has varied since its opening in 1957. In 1982, it reached 115,000 people because – at the time – ‘culers’ were allowed to enjoy matches while standing up.

There are two historical milestones that clearly speak of FC Barcelona's search for excellence since its founding. In 1899, Hans Gamper – a Swiss student living in Barcelona – decided to create a team to organise football matches with other expatriates. From that decision was born the fourth oldest team in Spain, only surpassed by Recreativo de Huelva (1889), Sevilla (1890) and Athletic Club (1898). What's more, of all the teams that have played in the Spanish First Division, Barça is one of three clubs that’s never been relegated.

Did you know? Xavi Hernández, Andrés Iniesta, Leo Messi and Carles Puyol are some of the football stars who have passed through La Masía, the residence for the club’s promising young players.

Every year, anticipation for the updated FC Barcelona kit grows. The launch campaigns have turned players into style icons. In the Barça Store at La Roca Village, you’ll find men’s first team and women’s kits, plus the teams’ training sportswear. Plus, it’s one of the official Barça stores that offers some special, limited-edition collaboration pieces with artists such as Coldplay, Karol G and Rosalía.

Did you know? In 1910, a competition was held to find the club's crest. The winner was a member named Santiago Femenia, who created a design that combined the Blaugrana (blue and garnet) stripes with symbols of Barcelona and Catalonia. The current crest, with its subtle updates, is more than 100 years old.

When will the work on Spotify Camp Nou end?

The estimated date for the works’ completion is 24 September 2026.

How many football trophies does FC Barcelona have?

Barça has 27 league titles, the last of which was in the 2022–23 season. It’s also won the most Copa del Rey titles, with a total of 31 victories.

What’s the Spotify Camp Nou stadium capacity?

Before the latest renovation started in November 2022, the stadium could hold 99,354 spectators. After renovations are completed, estimated for 24 September 2026, it’ll hold 150,000 spectators.

What’s the stadium name now?

Since 1 July 2022, Spotify has been FC Barcelona's main partner and official audio streaming partner. The deal includes shirt sponsorship and naming rights for the stadium, now known as Spotify Camp Nou.

What does Spotify Camp Nou tour include?

Guided stadium tours begin with a tour of the FC Barcelona Museum and may include a complete tour of the stadium: the tunnel, changing rooms, playing field, press rooms, mixed zone and boxes and even multimedia and virtual reality spaces.