Workers at LA stadium threaten World Cup strike amid anger over ICE

The Guardian US News
by Uwa Ede-Osifo
April 11, 2026
2 min read

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LA stadium workers threaten a World Cup strike over working conditions and ICE presence concerns.

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If workers strike, it could disrupt operations at SoFi Stadium during the World Cup, potentially affecting the experience for 150,000 extra visitors.

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Workers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, represented by a hospitality union, have threatened to strike during the upcoming World Cup. The union, whose co-president demands improvements in working conditions, also urges FIFA to prevent Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from being present at matches. This potential strike could disrupt operations at SoFi Stadium, which is scheduled to host eight World Cup matches this summer. The threat arises as Los Angeles anticipates an influx of 150,000 more out-of-town visitors than usual during the June-July period.

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Workers at SoFi Stadium, represented by a hospitality union, have threatened to strike during the upcoming World Cup.

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