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Who owns FC Barcelona?
FC Barcelona is owned by its approximately 150,000 registered members (socis), who pay annual membership dues and democratically elect the club president and board of directors. The club is not owned by any individual, corporation, or investment group. This member-owned structure, known as a sporting association under Spanish law, is shared with only a few other major Spanish clubs including Real Madrid, Athletic Bilbao, and Osasuna.

Who is the president of FC Barcelona?
Joan Laporta is the current president of FC Barcelona, having been re-elected in 2025 for a term running through 2031. Laporta previously served as president from 2003 to 2010 and was first elected to his current term in March 2021. The Board of Directors comprises 22 members, including First Vice-President Rafa Yuste, four vice-presidents, and Treasurer Alfons Castro.

How much debt does FC Barcelona have?
FC Barcelona's debt was reduced to EUR 469 million as of June 30, 2025, down EUR 90 million from the prior year and EUR 211 million less than in 2021. However, the club's audited accounts note negative consolidated equity of EUR 152.67 million and negative working capital of EUR 266.12 million. The club has returned to ordinary profitability with a EUR 2 million ordinary profit in FY2024/25.

When was FC Barcelona founded?
FC Barcelona was founded on November 29, 1899, by a group of Swiss, Catalan, German, and English footballers led by Joan Gamper. The club has since become one of the most successful and valuable sports organizations in the world, with 27 La Liga titles, 31 Copa del Rey trophies, and 5 UEFA Champions League titles.

What is FC Barcelona's revenue?
FC Barcelona reported operating revenue of EUR 994 million for the 2024/25 season, exceeding the EUR 893 million budgeted. The club recorded an ordinary profit of EUR 2 million, with a net result of EUR -17 million after taxes and one-off items. The 2025/26 budget projects EUR 1.075 billion in operating income, which would make Barcelona the first football club to exceed EUR 1 billion in budgeted revenue.

When will Spotify Camp Nou reopen?
FC Barcelona returned to a partially renovated Spotify Camp Nou in November 2025 with an initial capacity of 45,000. By early 2026, capacity was increased to 62,652 after receiving permission to open the Gol Nord stand. The full renovation, including the third tier and roof, is not expected to be completed until 2028. Upon completion, the stadium will have a capacity of approximately 105,000, making it the largest football stadium in Europe. The stadium is slated to host FIFA World Cup matches in 2030.

What does "Mes que un club" mean?
"Mes que un club" is Catalan for "More than a club." The motto reflects FC Barcelona's deep cultural significance to Catalonia and its role as a symbol of Catalan identity, particularly during periods of political repression under the Franco dictatorship when the Catalan language and culture were suppressed. The motto encapsulates the club's role as both a sporting institution and a cultural symbol.

What is the Espai Barca project?
Espai Barca is FC Barcelona's comprehensive redevelopment project for its sporting and commercial facilities, centered on the EUR 1.6 billion renovation of Spotify Camp Nou. The project includes a new arena for basketball and other indoor sports, modernized training facilities, and expanded commercial and VIP hospitality offerings. The Espai Barca sponsorship program has generated EUR 43.6 million in annual recurring sponsorship revenue, with EUR 331.1 million in total contractual commitments from partners including Spotify, Nike, HPE, Fortinet, and others.