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Barcelona forced to issue never-before-seen statement as club CANCELS training after major warning

BARCELONA have been forced to give some of their big name stars a day off - after cancelling training due to flood fears. Some of the reigning LaLiga champions' star-studded squad remained at their Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper base during…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 6:38 PM
Barcelona forced to issue never-before-seen statement as club CANCELS training after major warning
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona canceled all training and club activities due to extreme rainfall forecasts and flood risks.
  • The suspension of sporting and social activities took effect between 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
  • The club requested a two-hour delay for Barcelona Femeni's match against Real Madrid for safety reasons.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Barcelona have suspended all club activities, including team training sessions, following severe weather warnings and flood risks across the region. The decision impacts operations at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper between 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. the following day, putting preparations for their upcoming fixture against Getafe temporarily on hold.

In addition to halting training, Barcelona requested to postpone the Barcelona Femeni match against Real Madrid by two hours to ensure safety. The disruption adds to a tense week for manager Hansi Flick's squad, who lead LaLiga while facing continued scrutiny over historic payments to Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira.

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