Barcelona’s Olympic Stadium Woes Continue: Empty Seats and Lost Revenue Cast a Shadow
The haunting sight of empty seats persisted at the Olympic Stadium, serving as a backdrop to Barcelona’s recent victory against Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
Despite the triumph over FC Porto earlier in the week, a staggering 15,500 seats remained unoccupied for the clash with Atleti. The vacant spaces translated to a substantial financial hit, with more than €2 million in potential revenue lost, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.
A mere 34,568 spectators turned up for the Atleti match, with fans citing freezing temperatures and a late kick-off time as reasons for their absence.
The ongoing struggle with home attendance at the Olympic Stadium paints a concerning picture for Barcelona. Since relocating due to ongoing construction at the Camp Nou, the club has been grappling with an average shortfall of 60,000 spectators per home game, highlighting the challenges of their temporary residence.
