FC Barcelona On This Day in History: Founding on November 29 1899
On November 29th, FC Barcelona will celebrate its 125th anniversary with a grand event at the Liceu Theatre. The club has been preparing for this special occasion for months. The celebration will feature numerous legendary figures from Barcelona’s history, including former coaches Frank Rijkaard, Louis van Gaal, and Pep Guardiola, as well as iconic players such as Xavi Hernández and Andrés Iniesta. Lionel Messi, currently in the United States, is also expected to make a special trip to Spain to attend this monumental event.
For Barcelona, it’s tradition to commission renowned artists to create iconic works for major anniversaries. Every 25 years, the club invites celebrated artists to design more than just posters, but symbols that become part of Barcelona’s rich history. From Josep Segrelles, to Antoni Tàpies, who designed the centennial emblem in 1999, to Miquel Barceló, who created the 125th-anniversary poster, these pieces of art hold deep significance for the club and its supporters.
Additionally, on November 29th, Barcelona unveiled the visual identity for the 125th anniversary, incorporating the club’s famous blaugrana colors, the number “125,” a football, and elements of the club’s iconic crest. Further details about the events and celebrations in the coming months will be revealed during 125th’s ceremony.
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Where is the FC Barcelona？
Where is the FC Barcelona？ FC Barcelona’s home stadium, Camp Nou, is located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
