Barcelona have officially informed Athletic Bilbao that their supporters will not be allocated tickets for the upcoming match at the Spotify Camp Nou. The decision, communicated directly to the Basque club, has sparked immediate discussion as it marks a rare step in fixtures between the two historic sides.
While the specific reasons for the move have not yet been publicly detailed, early indications suggest it may be connected to security concerns, logistical constraints, or internal club protocols surrounding high-profile fixtures. Barcelona have been reviewing crowd-management procedures throughout the season, and this latest call appears to be part of that broader effort.
The announcement means that, unless the situation changes, Athletic fans will be absent from the away section — a development that could influence both the atmosphere in the stadium and the dynamic of one of LaLiga’s most intense traditional matchups.
Further updates from either club or the league are expected as the story develops.
