Messi visits the new Camp Nou – and Barça had no idea!

The football world woke up stunned: Messi popped up at the Spotify Camp Nou… without warning anyone. No text message, no heads-up, nothing. Just Leo casually showing up on a Sunday night and posting photos on Instagram, all without Barça’s approval.

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Lionel Messi stepped back onto the Camp Nou pitch. A magical moment… except the FC Barcelona staff had absolutely no clue.

Taking advantage of a trip to Spain with the Argentine national team, Messi went for a late-night stroll to check out how the renovations were going at what had been his private garden for so many years. Of course he took photos — it’s Messi, after all.

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Barça wasn’t notified.

Inside the club, people were left wondering how the legend even got in. They’re reportedly investigating his entry route — a Blaugrana-style Cluedo. Eventually, those close to him confirmed it: he came solo, unannounced. “Last night I returned to a place I miss terribly. A place where I was immensely happy. I hope I can come back one day, and not just to say goodbye as a player…,” he wrote.

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According to COPE, Messi simply showed up in person and asked the staff for permission to enter the Spotify Camp Nou. The club apparently had no issue granting it: “Messi will always be more than welcome at Barça,” they say now, trying to smooth things over.

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