FC Barcelona 17-18 Third Kit Released
The Barcelona 17-18 third kit introduces a new look for the club, based on Nike's new global template. Launched on 12th September, the Barcelona 2017-18 third shirt features new main sponsor Rakuten for the first time.
While the Barcelona third kit is the subject of this post, check out the new Barcelona home and away kits as well.
Barcelona 17-18 Third Kit
This is the Nike Barcelona 2017-2018 third shirt.
The Barcelona 17-18 third shirt is dark red ("Night Maroon"). The Nike logo, to be placed on the right chest of the Barcelona 2017-18 third jersey is orange ("Hyper Crimson") while the Rakuten logo is white. Orange also appears in the form of a thin stripe that runs down each sleeve of the Barcelona 2017-2018 third shirt.
A subtle geometrical camouflage print adorns the front and back of the Barcelona 2017-18 third jersey as part of Nike's global third template. As a personal touch, the pattern on the Barcelona 2017-2018 third shirt actually includes Gaudí-inspired mosaic elements, which are also present on the inside of the sleeve stripe.
Using the updated Nike Vapor template, based on the infamous first edition that was the base for countless of shirts in 2016, the Barcelona 2017-2018 third jersey has inset panels on the sides and under the arms, while the sleeves are come without the template's characteristic knit pattern.
Shorts and socks in the same color as the shirt get used to complete the smart look of the Barcelona 17-18 third kit.
The Barcelona 17-18 third kit was released on 12th September.
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Mexico Ruins Retro EQT Jacket with Sponsor Placement
The Adidas Mexico 2026 World Cup EQT track jacket has officially made its real-world debut, but the on-player reality has left many fans disappointed, as highlighted by Tigres and Mexico kit experts @TigersJersey.
While the core design faithfully recreates the iconic 1990s Equipment aesthetic with its bold black, green, white, and red color-blocking, the Mexican Football Federation has plastered the front of the garment with corporate sponsors. The logos for AT&T, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Caliente.mx have been heavily applied across the midsection, disrupting the 3 bars.
This is surely because of sponsor guidelines and contracts, but they should have find a better solution here.
Norway Shares Striking Viking-Themed Squad Photo for 2026 World Cup
The Norwegian national football team has released a Viking-inspired group photograph via its official channels to mark preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Captured by renowned photographer David Yarrow in Oslo, the image shows the squad in authentic attire assembled beside a fjord, with longboats in the background, reflecting the country's historical narrative and the supporters' Viking row tradition.
Norway returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, led by captain Martin Ødegaard and star striker Erling Haaland. The photoshoot took place last weekend, with Ødegaard digitally added after he was unavailable due to the Champions League final. A separate image including coaching and technical staff was also produced.
The NFF embraced the theme to highlight team unity and cultural heritage as the squad prepares for the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Adidas Created Stunning Campaign for Messi
Not only has Adidas unveiled the stunning F50 "El Último Tango" signature boots for Messi ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup, but the brand has also produced a striking launch photoshoot to accompany the release.
In the visuals, Messi stands in front of a giant screen that replays memories from his first World Cup in 2006, through the unforgettable moment when he led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, and finally toward what is expected to be the last World Cup of his career.
