FC Barcelona has teamed up with Nike and the Kobe Bryant brand to unveil its 2025-26 seasonaway kit , honoringthe late basketball legend .More than just a collaboration, theBarcelona Kobe jersey is the result of bringing the Mamba Mentality – the “desire to be the best” that both sports icons shared – to the soccer field.

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design: Capturing the Mamba’s details

according to leaked images and the official announcement, the new away kit combines the gold, violet, and black colors that were iconic during Kobe’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers. The most notable feature is that instead of the traditional Nike swoosh logo, the kit features Kobe’s iconic “Sheath” logo on the chest. The Barcelona emblem and Kobe’s logo also feature a faint 3D snakeskin texture (snakeskin), a nod to his nickname, the Black Mamba.

more than just jerseys

the collaboration doesn’t stop with the soccer jerseys, as Nike is also celebrating Kobe’s legacy with a line of footwear, including the “Kobe Bryant x FC Barcelona x Nike Air Force 1 Low Pro” sneakers, as well as co-branded lifestyle apparel. the shoe uppers also feature deep purple faux snakeskin to emphasize the unity of the collection.

a special connection: Kobe and Barcelona

during his lifetime, Kobe Bryant had a deep love for soccer and especially admired Barcelona’s beautiful style of play and philosophy. He maintained a strong connection with the club, visiting Camp Nou on multiple occasions and participating in charity games[37]. barcelona also explained the significance of the collaboration, saying that Kobe’s “Mamba Mentality” – his relentless pursuit of perfection – aligned with the club’s identity.

release details and debut game

the highly anticipated ‘Kobe x FC Barcelona’ apparel collection will go on sale globally on July 29 at Nike’s official website and Barcelona’s official store. the footwear collection will follow on July 31st. the players will take the field for the first time in these special kits on July 31 against FC Seoul as part of the team’s preseason tour of Asia.

frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q. Why did Barcelona launch the Kobe Bryant jersey?

A. This is a special collaboration to honor Kobe Bryant’s lifelong love of football and Barcelona, and to celebrate the common values of ‘relentless passion for excellence’ and ‘Mamba Mentality’ that both icons share.

Q. what are the biggest design features of the uniforms?

A. The biggest design feature is the inclusion of Kobe Bryant’s ‘Sheath’ logo on the chest in place of the Nike logo, as well as the iconic LA Lakers color scheme and snakeskin textured detailing on the emblem.

Q. when will the jerseys and related merchandise be available for purchase?

A. The apparel collection will be available globally from July 29 and the footwear collection, including shoes, from July 31 through official Nike and Barcelona channels.