Two icons. An unforgettable legacy. Nike has unveiled a bold new FC Barcelona x Kobe Bryant collection – a powerful blend of basketball’s greatness and football tradition, honoring the late NBA legend with true style.
At the heart of the collection is Barcelona’s away shirt for 2025/26: a striking gold-tone shirt with deep violet and black details, provided with a subtle snakeskin texture – a tribute to Kobe’s “Black Mamba” persona – and finished with his logo alongside the club’s crest.
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But the magic doesn’t stop there.
From workout clothes and sweatshirts to T-shirts, shorts and anthem jackets, the clothing collection brings the same energy. An impressive GX training jacket leads the way – with snakeskin texture, bright black and purple trims – that captures the unmistakable Mamba mentality in every thread.
And then there’s the footwear: a striking pair of Kobe x FCB Air Force 1 in deep purple; a gold-clad Kobe 4 Protro that echoes Barcelona’s away kit; and a pair of elegant slippers for the post-match to complete the look.
Barcelona presented the collection on Instagram with a fitting tribute: “Two icons, one common story. A collaboration born from mutual admiration and the values that unite us: talent, commitment and passion.”
Kobe Bryant’s connection to Barcelona was deep. He visited Camp Nou several times, played charity matches in Barcelona shirts and often spoke of his admiration for the team.
This collection honors that connection—and the legacy of a man whose influence continues to inspire, both on the field and far beyond.
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