One of the most memorable experiences for FC Barcelona in 2025 was the Blaugrana team’s return to Spotify Camp Nou, [even though renovation work is still ongoing](https://semprebarca.com/camp-nou-third-tier-takes-shape-while-barcelona-remain-away-from-home/). The club is currently awaiting permits that will allow the stadium’s capacity to increase beyond the current 45,000 spectators.
The first permit Barcelona expects is the occupancy license for phase 1C of the renovations, which will allow the first and second tiers of the Gol Nord to be used.
The club anticipates receiving this license by mid to late February. Originally, Barcelona had hoped to open this section for the match against Real Oviedo on January 25, but demands from the Barcelona City Council regarding access have caused a delay.
The second permit, which is taking longer, will allow the club to open the new Espai d’Animació, also known as Gol 1957. This supporters’ area will be located in the first tier of Gol Sud and will accommodate around 1,200 people. Access will be reserved for members aged 18 to 30 who are on the waiting list for a season ticket at Spotify Camp Nou.
According to [SPORT](https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/grada-danimacio-barca-debera-esperar-125693729), the delay in opening Gol 1957 is largely due to the security requirements from the Mossos d’Esquadra. The club must provide a list of all members, and each individual will undergo a criminal record check.
Access to this area will be completely separate from the rest of the stadium, with dedicated entrances and exits, and fingerprint verification will be conducted at the stadium gates. These measures are intended to ensure maximum safety and to prevent incidents similar to those that resulted in fines for the club in previous seasons.
As a result, Barcelona will need to wait before officially opening the new supporters’ space. The club has emphasized that safety remains the top priority and hopes that Gol 1957 can be inaugurated during the current season.