Barcelona workers plan strike ahead of El Clasico against Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
A group of Barcelona's permanent seasonal workers announced a three-day strike scheduled to begin at midnight on October 23, just ahead of the El Clasico against Real Madrid on October 25. Workers are demanding a pay increase and more employees, citing deteriorating conditions and staff shortages. The strike is set to affect operations at Camp Nou and other facilities, potentially impacting various sporting events during that period. Despite the announced strike, Barcelona claims it can manage the event and maintain operations.
- •Strike planned from October 23 to October 26.
- •Workers demand a pay rise and a 50% increase in staff numbers.
- •Strike could impact services at Camp Nou and other venues.
- •Barcelona insists operations will continue as scheduled.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona face staff strike ahead of El Clasico as Camp Nou workers demand pay rise and more employees
"Barcelona are facing a potential disruption to operations surrounding the Clasico against Real Madrid on October 25, with a group representing the club’s permanent seasonal workers announcing a thre...
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