FC Barcelona's Camp Nou Stadium to Be Renamed Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys for 2023-24 Season
Official Announcement Made at Press Conference
FC Barcelona has announced that their iconic home stadium, Camp Nou, will be renamed Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys for the upcoming 2023-24 season.
Tribute to Former Catalan President
The change in name is a tribute to Lluís Companys, the former President of the Generalitat de Catalunya (Catalan autonomous government) who was executed by firing squad in 1940 during the Spanish Civil War. Companys was a prominent figure in the Catalan independence movement and a symbol of Catalan nationalism.
The stadium's new name was approved by the FC Barcelona Board of Directors and will be effective from the start of the 2023-24 season. The club's crest and logo will not be affected by the name change.
Historical Significance
The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys was originally constructed for the 1992 Summer Olympics and has a capacity of over 60,000 spectators. It was used for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympics, as well as for athletics and football matches.
After the Olympics, the stadium was converted into an athletics and football facility. FC Barcelona has been playing their home matches at the stadium since 1992.
Conclusion
The renaming of Camp Nou is a significant moment in FC Barcelona's history, honoring a legendary figure in Catalan culture and symbolizing the club's close ties to Catalonia. The new name will serve as a lasting reminder of Companys' legacy and the club's commitment to its roots.
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