"Atletico Madrid's 2021 Round of 16 tie against Chelsea saw them host their fixture in Bucharest, while the Blues still got to host their tie at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal relocated to Wembley in 1999 for two campaigns, as Highbury was deemed two small; Tottenham also played at Wembley while their ground was being developed, while Barcelona played at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys while Camp Nou was being renovated."
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Several clubs have played Champions League home matches at venues other than their regular stadiums. Atletico Madrid hosted their 2021 Round of 16 home fixture against Chelsea in Bucharest while Chelsea retained Stamford Bridge. Arsenal relocated to Wembley for two seasons beginning in 1999 because Highbury was deemed too small. Tottenham also used Wembley during their stadium redevelopment. Barcelona played at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys while Camp Nou was renovated. Union Berlin, Atalanta and Brest have likewise used alternative home stadiums for European fixtures.
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