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Olivia Rodrigo on FC Barcelona Kit for El Clásico

5/2/2026, 3:54:34 AM

Olivia Rodrigo's Logo Debuts at El Clásico

Partnership Background

Since 2019, FC Barcelona’s Spotify partnership swaps the streaming logo for a musical act’s emblem on marquee matches; past artists include Ed Sheeran, Travis Scott, Coldplay, Karol G, The Rolling Stones, Rosalía and Drake. Rodrigo streams exceed 50 million listeners and nine of her tracks belong to Spotify’s “Billions Club.”

Timeline & Merchandise

  • May 1 – limited-edition kits (€500) on sale: 1,899 standard, 22 player-signed, 11 Rodrigo-signed.
  • May 8 – private Spotify concert for “Livies.”

Official Statements

Rodrigo said she is thrilled to see her logo on the jersey and perform in Barcelona; Manel del Río called the activation an asset linking culture and sport; Marc Hazan said the partnership unites fan bases across borders.

Criticism Over Pricing

Critics note the €500 price may limit fan accessibility.

Verbatim Quotes

  • “Seeing OR on a Barcelona jersey for El Clásico, I don't even know how to process that. It’s been so fun seeing the jersey come to life and creating a full collection with Spotify and Barca. On top of that, getting to perform for the fans who've been listening since day one, in a city like Barcelona, is going to be so special. That's everything to me. I cannot wait to see them.” — Olivia Rodrigo, Multi-Grammy Award Winner
  • “Clásico after Clásico, our agreement with Spotify allows us to strengthen an activation that has become a strategic asset for the club and a clear example of our commitment to generating value beyond competition. It’s an initiative that adds value, reinforces our global positioning, and builds a distinctive offering based on the connection between culture and sport. At FC Barcelona, we believe the future lies in integrating disciplines and languages that allow us to connect with new audiences and amplify our impact. This partnership enables us to move in that direction, positioning the club as a global benchmark at the intersection of sport, culture, and entertainment.” — Manel del Río, Managing Director, FC Barcelona
  • “Olivia Rodrigo has built one of the most passionate fan communities in the world, and so has FC Barcelona. Fandom doesn't have borders and the most powerful thing Spotify can do is bring those worlds together. Putting her most dedicated fans in the room with her on the eve of El Clásico, that's what this partnership was built for.” — Marc Hazan, Vice-President, Partnerships and Marketing, Spotify
  • “I’m an American girl, but I went to my first European football game a few years ago, and it was just the most electric, wonderful environment,” — Olivia Rodrigo, in interview with Vogue

What’s Next

After El Clásico, Rodrigo will release her album *you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love* on June 12, 2026 and begin the 65-date “Unraveled Tour.” FC Barcelona will keep the Spotify jersey series active with new artists in future seasons.