After Brazil And Uruguay, Kolkata Set To Host Barcelona Vs Real Madrid Legends On November 25

Last Updated:October 13, 2026, 3:57 pm IST

Kolkata will host a legends match between Barcelona and Real Madrid on November 25, 2026, at the Salt Lake Stadium, announced West Bengal sports minister Indranil Khan.

India faced five-time world champions Brazil recently at Salt Lake Stadium. (PTI Photo)

Kolkata will host an exhibition match featuring legends of Spanish football giants Barcelona and Real Madrid on November 25, West Bengal sports minister Indranil Khan announced on Tuesday.

The much-anticipated fixture is scheduled to take place at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, better known as Salt Lake Stadium.

Khan shared the announcement on his official X handle, offering a glimpse of the upcoming showdown between former players of the two arch-rivals. His post read: “El Clásico Loading.. #Barcelona Legends vs #RealMadrid Legends.. November 25, 2026 Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, #Kolkata.”

The announcement follows a series of high-profile international friendlies held at the iconic venue earlier this month, featuring the Indian men’s football team.

India faced five-time world champions Brazil on October 3 before taking on two-time world champions Uruguay on October 6. Both encounters brought renewed attention to Kolkata’s rich footballing heritage.

The planned legends’ encounter is expected to feature former players from both Spanish clubs, renewing a rivalry that remains one of the most prominent and celebrated in world football.

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When and where is the Barcelona vs Real Madrid Legends match scheduled in Kolkata?

The exhibition match between Barcelona and Real Madrid legends is scheduled to take place on November 25, 2026, at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan, also known as Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata.

Who announced the upcoming Barcelona vs Real Madrid legends match in West Bengal?

The announcement was shared by West Bengal sports minister Indranil Khan on his official X handle following earlier international friendlies hosted in the city.

Which former football stars are expected to feature in the Kolkata El Clasico legends match?

Prominent former players such as Luis Figo, Iker Casillas, and Carles Puyol are among the notable legends expected to participate in the upcoming exhibition match.

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