Mini Estadi facts for kids
The Mini Estadi was a football stadium located in Barcelona, Spain. It was the home ground for FC Barcelona B, which is the reserve team of the famous FC Barcelona. It also hosted games for the FC Barcelona women's team. The stadium could hold 15,276 people.
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The Mini Estadi: Home of FC Barcelona's Young Talent
The Mini Estadi, meaning "Mini Stadium" in English, was an important part of the FC Barcelona family. It was built in 1982 and served as a training ground and match venue for many years. The stadium was designed to be a smaller version of the main Camp Nou stadium. It was a place where young players could develop their skills.
What Was the Mini Estadi?
The Mini Estadi was a multi-purpose stadium. It was mainly used for football matches. It was located right next to the Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's main stadium. This made it easy for players and fans to move between the two venues. The stadium had a unique design with a single tier of stands.
A Home for Future Stars
For many years, the Mini Estadi was where FC Barcelona's young talents played. These players were part of the club's famous youth academy, La Masia. Many future football stars played their first professional games here. It was a stepping stone for them before joining the main FC Barcelona team. The stadium helped these players get used to playing in front of crowds.
Important Events and Teams
Besides FC Barcelona B, the Mini Estadi hosted other important events. The FC Barcelona women's team also played their home matches here. Sometimes, the stadium was used for other sports. It even hosted American football games for a team called the Barcelona Dragons. Concerts and other public events were also held at the Mini Estadi over the years.
The End of an Era
After many years of service, the Mini Estadi was closed. It was demolished in 2019. The land where it stood was needed for a big project. This project was called "Espai Barça." It aimed to modernize and expand the entire FC Barcelona complex. The demolition marked the end of an important chapter in the club's history.
What Replaced It?
To replace the Mini Estadi, a new stadium was built. This new stadium is called the Estadi Johan Cruyff. It is named after the legendary FC Barcelona player and coach, Johan Cruyff. The Estadi Johan Cruyff is located at the club's training ground. It now serves as the new home for FC Barcelona B and the women's team.
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In Spanish: Miniestadi para niños
