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Barcelona to hold title parade immediately after securing La Liga crown
TL;DR
FC Barcelona will hold their La Liga title parade immediately after being crowned champions, opting for an early celebration despite suggestions to wait until after the Clasico on May 10.
Key points
- Barcelona will hold a title parade after winning La Liga
- The parade is scheduled immediately after the championship
- Internal discussions influenced the timing of the celebration
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Barcelona to hold title parade immediately after securing La Liga crown
According to Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona have decided that their LaLiga title parade will take place immediately after being crowned champions.
Following internal discussions, in which some voices suggested waiting until after the Clasico on 10 May, the club has opted to celebrate as soon as possible.
Plans taking shape
Barcelona began planning the parade on Monday, outlining how the celebrations would unfold through the streets of the city.
If the team led by Hansi Flick secure the title this Sunday, the parade is expected to take place on Monday, 4 May.
This would allow supporters to greet the players and coaching staff as they travel through the main streets of Barcelona on an open-top bus.
Parade to take place immediately after La Liga title is secured. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
For Barcelona to be crowned this weekend, they must defeat CA Osasuna on Saturday, while Real Madrid would need to drop points against on Sunday.
Q&A
When will Barcelona hold their La Liga title parade?
Barcelona will hold their La Liga title parade immediately after being crowned champions.
Why did Barcelona decide to hold the title parade now instead of later?
The club opted for an immediate celebration after internal discussions, despite some suggesting to wait until after the Clasico on May 10.
What is the significance of the Clasico for Barcelona's title celebrations?
The Clasico on May 10 was initially considered as a potential date for the title parade, but the club chose to celebrate their championship sooner.
