Barcelona announced a partnership with Kobe Bryant\'s Mamba brand for their 2025-26 away kit, marking the first soccer collaboration for the late NBA legend\'s signature brand. The LaLiga champions will wear Lakers-inspired colors in tribute to Bryant\'s legacy and Mamba Mentality philosophy.
The partnership includes apparel beyond the jersey, featuring sneakers, slides and streetwear designed around Bryant\'s inspirational approach. Nike collaborated on the collection to ensure the Mamba Mentality continues influencing young athletes across sports.
Kit Design Honors Lakers Legend
The away jersey features pale gold and purple colors referencing Bryant\'s Los Angeles Lakers playing days. A snakeskin jacquard pattern is woven into the material to create reptilian-inspired armor for players.
Bryant\'s tri-pronged Mamba logo replaces the traditional Nike swoosh on the chest. The Barcelona crest and Mamba logo are affixed using textured silicone material stamped with snakeskin texture.
Complete Ensemble Celebrates Mamba Legacy
Black shorts and socks complete the kit, both adorned with the Mamba emblem. The design pays homage to the five-time NBA champion five years after his passing in 2020.
Barcelona launched the kit with a promotional video featuring men\'s and women\'s team players. Stars including Gavi and Alexia Putellas demonstrated their passing skills during traditional \"rondo\" training drills while wearing the Bryant-inspired uniforms.
The collaboration represents Barcelona\'s commitment to honoring sporting excellence across different disciplines while embracing Bryant\'s philosophy of relentless improvement and competitive dedication.