Laporta: Flick wanted to see the stadium fully completed, I told him he would see it

Hupu, November 22 News Barcelona FC President Laporta looked extremely happy after the team returned to Spotify Camp Nou and defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-0.

In an interview after the game, Laporta could not hide his excitement:

"The dream came true, we finally went home, and we also gave a wonderful football feast. I am very happy, like all Barcelona people. We spent together a day worth remembering, a day of joy because of being a Barcelona person, which was also reflected in the kick-off ceremony performed by the oldest member representative."

Here On such a special home return day, Laporta admitted that he also recalled the people who were no longer around:

"You can't help but think of those who are no longer around, obviously including my father, who taught me the spirit of Barcelona and the Catalan culture. When I looked at the seat where I once sat with him, I was very excited. Today's ceremony is simple but very meaningful. The stadium has not been completely completed, and this is only the first return. Member No. 6 and a man who played in 1957 Members participating in the ceremony kicked off together. I like this arrangement very much."

Regarding the team's performance, Laporta praised:

"Everyone knew that we were going home, so they gave everything: talent, hard work, hard work... We played a perfect game. It was very important to win on the day we returned home. It affected the team, but they showed a strong psychological quality and played a very great game."

He also revealed the conversation with Flick:

"Flick said to me: 'Chairman, I want to see the stadium fully completed with 105,000 fans present. ' I told him: 'You will see, you are very stable here. '"

When talking about the experience at the Montjuic Stadium, Laporta emphasized: The home court is the home court.

"You can clearly feel that the fans are closer to the team. Montjuic is indeed operating very well, but it is different going home. This day is very touching."

Regarding the progress of the stadium project, Laporta also gave the latest news:

"Everything is progressing at pace. I just talked about this matter with the mayor of Barcelona, and he is also one of the important people who enabled us to go home. 1. The North Stand is expected to be opened before the end of this year, and the entire stadium project will be completed by the end of 2026. This is the most important project in Barcelona’s history. It is not just about seeing it, but also about actually experiencing it. Many old members said to me: ‘Please, complete the stadium, I want to see it with my own eyes.’”

Laporta also talked about his relationship with Flick:

"We are very satisfied with Flick. You can see how he treats players when you watch the training. He is a real professional, has a good team, makes people feel very reassured, and he has done a very good job."

"This puts us in a better position in the world, and I hope all Barcelona people can enjoy this."

When it comes to the future, Laporta has set his sights on next Tuesday's visit Battle against Chelsea:

"We have to win in London, which is not easy. Chelsea is in good shape and has a balanced lineup, but we also have a high level and we will try our best to win."

Finally, he also revealed his post-match plan:

"To end the day at the top of the list and return to victory at Camp Nou, I am going to celebrate dinner with some friends."