FC Barcelona‘s Web3 wallet launched today as Barça Pass, and it’s the club’s first official digital platform that combines blockchain technology with fan engagement. The FC Barcelona Web3 wallet enables over 11 million existing Barça ID users to access digital collectibles platform features, blockchain digital ownership capabilities, and also immersive Web3 fan experience tools through BarcaPass right now.
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Discover FC Barcelona’s Web3 Wallet for Secure Fan Engagement & Digital Ownership
The FC Barcelona Web3 wallet represents a collaboration between Barça Media and Futureverse, and it’s creating a digital collectibles platform that addresses fan accessibility concerns. This Web3 fan experience platform allows supporters worldwide to engage with the club through blockchain digital ownership, particularly benefiting fans who cannot attend matches or also purchase traditional merchandise.
At the time of writing, this launch marks an important step for the club’s digital strategy. Jordi Mompart, Director of Data & Innovation at FC Barcelona, stated:
“In collaboration with Futureverse and through blockchain technology, FC Barcelona can now assign ownership and ensure the traceability of the club’s digital assets. The Barça.Pass, created for our global fanbase, enables supporters to own exclusive digital assets and engage in immersive, gamified experiences. It represents our gateway to the digital realm and marks the first step toward building the FC Barcelona metaverse: a space that combines passion, innovation, and community for the fandom to shape its own future.”
Web3 Wallet Features and Digital Collectibles Platform
The FC Barcelona Web3 wallet goes beyond traditional wallet functionality by offering comprehensive digital collectibles platform capabilities. Users can create official FC Barcelona avatars, and these are fully customizable with team kits and accessories, while also managing blockchain-based assets securely. The Web3 fan experience includes access to curated Web3 games, applications, and also metaverse experiences that are selected by the club.
The blockchain digital ownership model ensures fans maintain complete control over their assets, and there are also interoperability features enabling use across various Web3 environments beyond the Barça Pass ecosystem.
Global Fan Accessibility and Web3 Fan Experience
Aaron McDonald, Co-Founder and CEO at Futureverse, said that:
“There are millions of Barça fans around the world who have never had the chance to attend a match or even purchase official gear. With Barça.Pass, they now have something just as meaningful. It’s a fan-first solution that allows FC Barcelona fans to join in on the fandom no matter where they are based. Our seamless technology makes the perks of Web3 accessible without the clunky, technical hurdles. Collectibles are no longer just items; they are memories, digital extensions of a fan’s journey with their favorite team. This new frontier is growing rapidly as younger, tech-native audiences curate micro-communities online, playing games, trading collectibles, and creating meaningful connections with their teams and fellow fans.”
The digital collectibles platform addresses common Web3 adoption barriers by eliminating complex technical requirements while also maintaining robust security features right now.
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Building the FC Barcelona Metaverse
The FC Barcelona Web3 wallet serves as the foundation for the club’s broader metaverse strategy, and it’s also positioned as a long-term investment in fan engagement. This blockchain digital ownership platform enables fans to participate in gamified experiences while building toward a comprehensive FC Barcelona metaverse environment. The Web3 fan experience platform represents the club’s commitment to technological innovation and also global fan inclusion.
At the time of writing, the digital collectibles platform functionality positions FC Barcelona at the forefront of sports technology adoption, creating new revenue streams while also deepening fan engagement across international markets.
