Conmebol Moves 2025 Copa Sudamericana Final to Asunción

Several major football events in 2025 face venue challenges and changes. CONMEBOL has shifted the 2025 Copa Sudamericana final from Bolivia to Asunción, Paraguay, due to the original stadium failing safety inspections. FC Barcelona’s much-anticipated return to their renovated Spotify Camp Nou for the 2025–26 season opener against Valencia has been postponed because the stadium has not yet met safety requirements; instead, the match will be held at the smaller Estadi Johan Cruyff. Barcelona continues to work on obtaining necessary permits, with uncertainty looming over their ability to host upcoming home games at Camp Nou, potentially forcing further matches to be played at alternative venues. Separately, FIFA is organizing the 2025 'Finalissima' between European and South American champions Spain and Argentina, with Montevideo, Uruguay, emerging as the leading candidate to host the match, scheduled during the March international window. These developments highlight ongoing logistical and regulatory challenges impacting key football fixtures next year.