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BARCELONA CONFIRM SPOTIFY CAMP NOU REOPENING DATE FOR NOVEMBER

Barcelona's long-awaited return to the Spotify Camp Nou is imminent. The club expects the final license in mid-November, potentially allowing them to host Athletic Club on November 22nd for a historic homecoming after over a year away.

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Spotify Camp Nou prepares for fan return this November - Image via FC Barcelona

Barcelona has been looking forward to the day they may return to the Spotify Camp Nou ever since they left in June 2023. The club has set dates for returning home for the majority of the past 12 months, but none of them have been met as of yet. However, this could be about to change.

The Spotify Camp Nou can now accommodate games with up to 27,000 spectators after Barcelona's recent acquisition of the first occupancy license for phase 1A. Despite this, it was agreed that they would not return until they acquired the license for phase 1B, which would enable an additional 45,000 spectators to watch games. In the interim, it would be more cost-effective to play at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

Barcelona's match against Elche this weekend at Montjuic may be their last La Liga match there. According to Sport, the club anticipates that between November 12 and 15, it will obtain the required license from the Barcelona City Council.

Barcelona has set dates for a potential comeback.


According to the source, a return next weekend is also feasible, although if this is the case, Barcelona would be able to play Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou on November 22. On the 29th, which also marks the 126th anniversary of the club's founding, the Catalans play Alaves, providing an opportunity for a more elaborate celebration.

Although games should soon be able to be played in the famous stadium, it was recently reported that Barcelona plans to hold an open training session at the Spotify Camp Nou in preparation for their trip to Celta Vigo the following weekend.

POSITIVE UPDATE ON DéSIRé DOUé INJURY AFTER EARLY ALARMING REPORTS

PSG's Désiré Doué suffers a significant thigh injury, set to miss several weeks. Initial fears of a long absence are tempered by new reports suggesting a potential return before the end of 2025, with December a hopeful target.

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Doué’s situation is better than initially feared, reassuring - COURTESY/PHOTO

In Paris Saint-Germain's 1-1 draw with FC Lorient, 20-year-old Désiré Doué suffered his second major injury of the year. The France international departed the stadium on crutches after being taken off on a stretcher halfway through the first half. 

The Frenchman may actually miss several months of activity, as L'Équipe stated that Doué's absence will be measured in "weeks at least." Since then, the club has acknowledged that he has a right thigh injury. He will be out of play for a few weeks, PSG indicated, and they would provide further information after the international break.

An early comeback before the year's end?


But according to Fabrice Hawkins, Doué's injuries may not be as severe as initially thought. There is some optimism that he will return in 2025, possibly in December. In the event that he does not, he is expected to resume operations in January 2026.

VIKTOR GYOKERES TIPPED BY SAKA TO DELIVER PROLIFIC SEASON

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka backs teammate Viktor Gyokeres to "score loads" of goals for the club. The in-form forward visited his old school, discussing his grassroots roots and the new strike partnership fueling Arsenal's Premier League title charge.

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Saka hails Gyokeres' potential as goals start flowing quickly - Photo Credit: Getty Images

As Mikel Arteta's team looks to sustain their present form in pursuit of their first Premier League title since 2003, Bukayo Saka thinks Viktor Gyokeres will score a lot of goals against Arsenal.

Current students questioned the England international, who was visiting his former elementary school as an ambassador for the Chase football coaching program, about his feelings over Gyokeres' summer transfer.

Saka called his new colleague "a good man" and encouraged him to "score loads." The Swede has already scored five goals in his first 13 games, suggesting that he has adapted well to his new squad.

The 24-year-old also considered how he went from playing junior football at Greenford Celtic to becoming a vital member of Arsenal's offensive line.

When his team was full, my grassroots coach, Colin, naturally gave me the chance to play for the team.

"He offered me the chance to try out, and he signed me, so of course I am always thankful to him for that. It goes without saying that he gave me that opportunity, and I went on to get scouted for Arsenal, so yeah, I am very grateful to him for that."

Saka and the new signing have enjoyed a growing strike partnership. Gyokeres, Victor 

As part of his duties as a coach for the Chase football program, Saka was visiting his former elementary school.

Saka was reunited with his former headteacher, Caroline Chamberlain, and his PE coach, Leigh Curtin, during this school visit. The footballer is trying to recover after an injury-plagued season.

Despite the demands of being a professional football player, he recognises the need to set an example for the next generation.

I believe that having role models is crucial for the future generation. When I was growing up, I had role models. Everybody, in my opinion, has their own role models.

Indeed, having a reference point and someone to look up to is crucial. If things are difficult, remember that they have overcome obstacles and triumphed, and have that faith in yourself as well."

According to a recent YouGov study that Chase commissioned, one in four kids is motivated by their coach or physical education teacher, and four out of five look up to a sports star as a role model.

With Arsenal playing Burnley this weekend, the attacker, who has had a strong start to the season, will try to maintain his momentum.

Last year, the Arsenal player took a trip down memory lane with his former coach, Colin Nixon.

Saka, 24, has scored four goals so far this season as Arsenal looks to win the Premier League for the first time since 2003.

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