Laporta wants 2030 World Cup final at Camp Nou
Barcelona president Joan Laporta is preparing an official bid to FIFA to host the 2030 World Cup final at the renovated Camp Nou, citing its 105,000-seat capacity.
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has proposed that the 2030 World Cup final should be held at the renovated Camp Nou stadium. The club is currently preparing an official bid to FIFA, arguing that the venue's upcoming capacity of 105,000 spectators makes it the ideal choice.
Speaking to Cadena SER, Laporta emphasized that the final should take place in Spain, noting the country's status as world champions. He also pointed out that Madrid already hosted the 1982 final at the Santiago Bernabéu, suggesting it is time for a change in venue.
I think FIFA will take this into account. And besides... We already had a World Cup final at the Santiago Bernabéu in 1982. With all due respect to Morocco, the 2030 World Cup final must take place in the Spanish state. Joan Laporta
The statement comes amid ongoing public debate between Spain and Morocco, as both nations have expressed their intent to host the tournament's climax. FIFA has not yet announced the final venue, stating that a decision will be reached in due course.