Softfootball reports that FC Barcelona will now play their La Liga fixture against Villarreal in Miami on December 20, 2025, at the Hard Rock Stadium, after UEFA finally gave the green light. The match, which was originally meant to be Villarreal's home game, will be the first-ever official La Liga tie held outside of Spain a move many see as bold and others a little controversial.
This is the latest development around the club following Joan Laportas address to the club, announcing a profit in Barcelonas finances. The Royal Spanish Football Federation RFEF gave its approval back in August, while La Liga president Javier Tebas hailed it as a "historic step" - one that would bring Spanish football closer to fans across the world.
Reacting to the news, Barcelona president Joan Laporta also welcomed the idea, as announced by the club on its official website. Laporta went on to highlight Barca's growing footprint in the United States, pointing out the club's North American office move from New York to Miami.