UEFA officials visited Camp Nou during Barcelona vs Alaves game ahead of UCL match

Earlier this month, UEFA gave Barcelona the green light to host their Champions League game against Eintracht Frankfurt at the iconic Camp Nou.

Barcelona are slated to take on Frankfurt on December 9, in what could be the first UCL game at the Camp Nou in over two and a half years.

Ahead of this special match, UEFA officials visited the stadium to carry out voluntary checks during Barcelona’s La Liga home game against Alaves on Saturday.

UEFA officials visit Camp Nou

According to Mundo Deportivo, the inspection was far from a routine walkthrough. UEFA inspectors utilised the live environment of the La Liga clash to carry out an exhaustive review of the remodelled stadium’s operations under pressure.

The primary objective was to verify that all systems are ready for the rigorous standards of Europe’s elite competition.

Camp Nou may soon get to witness the Champions League again. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

The officials scrutinised security protocols, access points, internal signage, and the general flow of spectators throughout the facility.

Following several hours of technical supervision and meetings with club executives, the outcome was positive. UEFA has officially given the “green light” necessary for the European duel to proceed without restrictions.

Crucially, this ratification extends to the specific requirements for visiting supporters. The inspectors approved the designated space for Eintracht Frankfurt fans.

It must be remembered that the last time Frankfurt fans visited the Camp Nou, it wasn’t a pretty sight for the home supporters.

Nevertheless, UEFA has confirmed that it meets all safety and segregation standards mandated by the European body.

With this final approval, Barcelona can now prepare for their grand return to Champions League nights at the Spotify Camp Nou with full confidence, ensuring a historic atmosphere awaits on December 9.