FC Barcelona has taken a bold step in the world of sports design with the launch of its second kit for the 2025/26 season, a direct tribute to Kobe Bryant, NBA legend and declared admirer of Barça's style. The new jersey is born from an unprecedented alliance between Nike and the Kobe brand, merging the essence of basketball with the football philosophy of the Catalan club.
The result is a kit full of symbolism, inspired by the Mamba Mentality, which highlights values such as excellence, overcoming challenges, and commitment, shared by both Bryant and the sporting DNA of Barça. The jersey is now available and will officially debut next Thursday, July 31, against FC Seoul.
A jersey with Kobe Bryant's seal
The Barça 2025/26 second kit is not just another jersey. This new uniform features a design in a light Team Gold tone, with details in Persian violet and black, evoking the classic colors of the teams Kobe Bryant played for. Instead of the usual Nike 'swoosh', the Kobe Sheath, the player's brand's iconic symbol, has been incorporated.
This distinctive feature appears with a 3D embossed snakeskin texture, reflecting the character of the 'Black Mamba'. This texture is also applied to the club's crest, in a proposal that combines aesthetic innovation with emotional tribute. The Spotify logo remains in black in the center of the chest, and Ambilight (men's) and Bimbo (women's) stand out on the sleeves, also in black.
Symbolic Rondo with great Barça references
The launch of the new jersey was carried out through a video that represents a rondo, one of the most emblematic exercises of the Barça style. Players from the first team such as Gavi, Balde, Alexia Putellas, Claudia Pina, Ewa Pajor, Salma Paralluelo, Patri Guijarro, and Frenkie de Jong participate in this piece, symbolizing the link between football technique and the mentality of perfection that defined Kobe Bryant.
This 'Mamba Rondo' becomes a metaphor for the connection between two disciplines that share common values: effort, winning mentality, and constant pursuit of excellence.
Complete kit and exclusive collection
The design is not limited to the jersey. The shorts are black with Persian violet details and a snakeskin pattern printed on the fabric. The Barça crest appears on the left leg, while Kobe's symbol and the player's number appear on the right. The socks are black with the name 'Barça' in violet.
In addition, the set is part of a larger collection under the Barça x Kobe label, which includes a pre-match jersey, basketball kit, tracksuit, sports shoes, and other exclusive accessories. All products are available from Tuesday, July 29, both in official stores and on the club's and Nike's online platforms.
A bond that goes beyond sports
Kobe Bryant always showed a deep admiration for Fútbol Club Barcelona. During his visits to the city and on the team's American tours, he maintained close contact with players and members of the club. This collaboration seeks to keep that emotional connection alive, merging two sporting worlds with millions of global fans.
With this kit, Barça not only pays tribute to a legendary figure in sports but also projects its image to new audiences, combining identity, respect, and global ambition. The new jersey promises to become one of the most iconic in recent years.
The new second kit and associated product collection are available from this Tuesday, July 29, in the physical stores of FC Barcelona and Nike, at fcbarcelona.com
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