Fútbol Club Barcelona has found a logistical respite to ensure that the clash of the fourth matchday of LaLiga EA Sports against Valencia does not run the risk of postponement. The club has confirmed that the Liga F match between Barça and DUX Logroño will be played on Friday, September 12 at 8:00 p.m. at the Johan Cruyff Stadium.
This modification, expressly requested by the Blaugrana entity, will allow time to be gained in the recovery of the pitch if the men's match cannot finally be played at the Spotify Camp Nou.
With the women's match brought forward, the Johan Cruyff would have enough time for the pitch to be in optimal condition on Sunday night. In this way, the option remains alive that the Barça-Valencia will be played at the Sant Joan Despí venue if the works on the new Camp Nou do not meet the expected deadlines.
LaLiga must authorize plan B
The Johan Cruyff alternative still depends on LaLiga formally approving its use. The body requires that certain technological requirements be met, including the installation of VAR and the semi-automatic offside system, which are essential in all official competitions.
The club is working against the clock to guarantee that these conditions can be met if it is necessary to activate this contingency plan.
A wild card in the face of Camp Nou uncertainty
The progress of the works of the Spotify Camp Nou is the main unknown factor that conditions the location of the duel against Valencia. The Blaugrana management wants to avoid a last-minute scenario that forces improvisation. Therefore, ensuring the availability of the Johan Cruyff as an alternative stadium represents a way of