Ahead of the Barcelona Release 2025-26 Campaign, the kit inspired by the Mamba mentality
Barcelona has given a unique twist by blending the 2025-26 away kit with sports legend Kobe Bryant.
The Catalan club has announced an official collaboration with the iconic basketball hero brand for its new campaign.
The late NBA superstar coined the term “mamba mentality” to describe his personal philosophy.
Five years after the Los Angeles Lakers’ death, his five-time championship legacy continues to impact future generations, backed by the Nike Partnership, built to ensure that his thinking and approach endures among rising athletes.
This is the first time a football club has teamed up with the Kobe Bryant brand.
The collection goes beyond jerseys. Fans can expect sneakers, slides, streetwear and, most notably, new Barcelona away strips.
In this special edition shirt, Bryant’s third-place Mamba Emblem replaces the standard Nike Swoosh.
The jersey itself features a pale gold base accented with purple. This pays homage to the iconic colours the Lakers fire during Prime.
A subtle snake skin jack pattern flows throughout the fabric, giving the kit a protective, armor-like effect.
Even the badge details are undergoing unique treatment. Both the Barca Crest and Mamba symbols are applied using silicone with the same snake-skin finish texture.
The kit is complete with black shorts and socks, with a Mamba logo.
To launch the kit, Barcelona has released a promotional video in which stars from both men’s and women’s teams perform their trademark “rondo” pass drills.