Exclusive: Nike to Release Spiderman-Inspired Atlético Madrid Jersey

Footy Headlines can exclusively reveal that Nike is set to release a special spider-inspired pre-match jersey for Atlético Madrid, drawing inspiration from one of the most iconic and unconventional kit collaborations in football history. However, there's a key modern twist to this nostalgic nod.

Atletico Madrid 25-26 Spider Pre-Match Jersey

This new top will not be a match kit but rather a pre-match jersey, designed for warm-ups and training. Crucially, while it will feature a spider-themed design incorporating web patterns, it will not include the official Spider-Man logo or branding. This is because Marvel (or its associated film studios like Columbia Pictures) is no longer a sponsor of Atlético Madrid, unlike the period in the early 2000s.

The inspiration for this new pre-match jersey undoubtedly comes from the memorable 2004-2005 season when Atlético Madrid kits famously promoted the release of the "Spider-Man 2" movie. At that time, Columbia Pictures, the film's production company, was Atlético's main shirt sponsor.

This unique partnership resulted in two unforgettable Nike kits - The home jersey featured Atlético's traditional red and white stripes with a Spider-Man logo and the "Spider-Man 2" movie title underneath. Meanwhile, the away jersey was arguably even more striking: a navy blue base adorned with a large white spiderweb graphic, a central Spider-Man logo, and the movie title.

These kits, worn by players like Fernando Torres, became instant cult classics among collectors due to their rarity and boldness. The promotion even saw stars of the film, Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst, posing with the jerseys.

That season was notable for Atlético Madrid, as Columbia Pictures used the club's shirts as dynamic billboards, frequently changing the film being advertised. Logos for movies like "xXx2," "Hitch," "S.W.A.T.," and "Hellboy" all made appearances on the Rojiblancos' kits, making them highly sought-after collector's items that captured a unique Y2K aesthetic.

The upcoming Nike Atlético Madrid spider-inspired pre-match jersey is scheduled to release in early 2026, for the second half of the 2025-26 season.

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