Article by Romeo Ene – Published on Sunday, 10 May 2026 23:51 / Updated on Sunday, 10 May 2026 23:55
Barcelona and Real Madrid met at Camp Nou in stage number 35 in La Liga. Beyond the spectacle on the field, the attention was captured by a surprise presence in the VIP area: the Romanian Roxana Mînzatu (46 years old), the executive vice-president of the European Commission, watched the game next to the president of Barcelona, Joan Laporta (63 years old).
In full preparation for the awarding of the 29th title in the club's history, the Catalans have transformed the official lodge into a real hub of world personalities. Among pop stars and local officials, Romania had a representative.
PHOTO. Romanian Roxana Mînzatu, caught next to Juan Laporta, at Barcelona – Real Madrid
The event was chaired by Joan Laporta, president-elect of the club, and Rafa Yuste (interim president until July 1).
In an archipelago lodge, where heavy names such as Salvador Illa (the president of the Government of Catalonia) or Jaume Collboni (the mayor of Barcelona) were found, the presence of Roxana Mînzatu from Brașov confirmed the status of a high-ranking guest of the Romanian official.
Mînzatu, in a key position at the continental level as executive vice-president of the European Commission, was caught by photojournalists in close proximity to the Blaugrana management.
She shared the spotlight with international stars of caliber such as singers Olivia Rodrigo and Nathy Peluso, but also with performance athletes such as figure skaters Olivia Smart and Tim Dieck.
Roxana chose to post on her personal Instagram account images from the VIP area, as well as other shots with the atmosphere at Camp Nou.
I just arrived on Spotify Camp Nou. I am glad to celebrate common values and sport at El Clasico, one of the most watched sporting events in the world.
Thank you for the warm welcome, Joan Laporta, president of FC Barcelona. Nice to see you again tonight @salvador_illa
The President of the Government of Catalonia
– Roxana Manzatumessage on social networks upon arrival at Camp Nou,
Born in Brașov and a member of the PSD, Roxana Mînzatu reached the top of the European Executive. In 2026, it manages critical portfolios in Brussels: social rights, skills and quality jobs.
His MEP mandate, obtained in 2024, extends until 2029.
