"When Will We Get the Commission?" Kappa Claim Nike Stole Barcelona 19-20 Kit Design
Mar 18, 2019, by Pat
In a a bit of Twitter banter, Kappa Spain just reacted to the leak of the Barcelona 19-20 fourth kit by Nike, claiming that it uses a design of their creation.
The picture shared by Kappa puts the leaked Barcelona shirt next to the Kappa-produced shirt of Catalan rugby team Unió Esportiva Santboiana, which does feature a relatively similar look. The captain reads "When do we get the commission?"
Buenos días, @nikefootball y @FCBarcelona_es 😎 pic.twitter.com/Cmj3OLPyb7
— Kappa Iberia (@KappaSport_ES) 18. März 2019
As written before, it's likely just a bit of banter and Kappa will not actually ask for a commission from Nike. There's a bit of truth to Kappa's statement, however, as both shirts have a very similar theme.
— U.E. Santboiana (@UESantboiana) 16. März 2019
The Barcelona 2019-2020 fourth kit is set to be launched in October 2019 and will be worn for the away games at Atlético and Real Madrid, as per the leaked information.
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Adidas Argentina Messi Farewell Kit Teased
Adidas and the Argentine Football Association have teased a special-edition commemorative jersey celebrating Lionel Messi for his final appearance with the national team. Following the announcement of his retirement from international duty after a legendary career spanning 207 caps and 125 goals, Messi is set to wear the bespoke design in his farewell match against Benin at the Estadio Monumental on October 6, 2026.
The unique kit departs from the traditional striping format, opting for a sky-blue base accented by a single broad white central stripe. Tonal rays inspired by the Sun of May radiate across the front and back of the torso. In a rare personal touch, Messi's signature 'M' logo replaces the traditional Adidas performance logo on the right chest in metallic gold, balanced by the gold-accented three-star Argentina crest on the left. The crew-neck collar and sleeve cuffs are finished in black with sleek gold edging.
On the reverse, the shirt features gold 'MESSI 10' printing framed by the radiant sunburst motif, topped by a small Sun of May emblem just below the rear collar. Messi previewed the shirt on social media with the message "One last match... A jersey for a lifetime," offering a fitting tribute as he prepares to close his historic international chapter.
