Barcelona Kit Chaos Continues
Sep 15, 2024, by Chris
- Kit Availability Issues: The Barcelona 24-25 away kit is sold out on the club's website, listed as "available soon" on Nike's site, and available with different sponsor logos across different platforms causing significant confusion.
- Spotify Logo Problems: A mid-production logo change by Spotify led to kits being produced with both the old and new logos, contributing to availability issues and the decision to restrict sales to Barcelona initially.
- Strained Nike Relationship: Tensions between FC Barcelona and Nike have worsened the kit launch issues, with the away kit not being available through Nike on the day of release and a delayed dispatch from Barcelona itself, and the third kit not being released.
Update: Eleven days ago, FC Barcelona revealed its new 24-25 away kit. However, fans eager to purchase the kit are encountering significant confusion.
Barcelona has sold out of the 24-25 away kits, while on Nike's website, they are listed as "available soon." To make matters more complicated, the same kit is available with three different sponsor options:
- One featuring the old sponsor (available via Nike and most independent retailers),
- One featuring the new sponsor (sold out on Barça’s official store as it was produced in limited quantities),
- And a sponsor-free version (sold via the Spanish retailer Fútbol Emotion).
This situation has left fans uncertain about which version of the kit they can get, as each sponsor variant is being distributed differently across platforms.
4 September 2024: Barcelona Launches New Away Kit, Only Available via Club and Sold Out in Most Sizes Except for One
Significant issues have marred FC Barcelona's kit launches for the 2024-25 season, leading to what many are calling "kit chaos." After weeks of delays and multiple postponements, the club finally unveiled its 2024-25 away kit designed by Nike. However, the launch has again been far from smooth.
FC Barcelona 24-25 Away Kit Launch - Key Issues
First and foremost, the Barcelona 24-25 away kit has been incredibly well received by fans and the global football community. This overwhelming popularity brings further attention to the issues with the launch due to the high demand - there are many.
Neither Nike nor an independent retailer can sell the away kit yet
Spotify Logo Change:
One main reason for the problems and confusion is Spotify's new logo—it was launched in mid-production, leading to severe problems. The home kit (and the away kit as well) had already been produced with the old logo. Barcelona sold the home kit with the old logo and now sells the away kit with the new logo. It's like the club did not want to make the same mistake (selling the home kit with the old logo) twice.
Nike accidentally uploaded the Barça 24-25 away kit with the old Spotify logo on a local site before removing it. This indicates that only Barça will sell the away kit with the new Spotify logo.
Restricted Availability
Unlike typical launches where kits are widely available, Barcelona's 2024-25 away kit is currently only available through the club itself, not through Nike or independent retailers. Even worse, the kit is already sold out in most sizes for the authentic version.
This unusual move might be related to the aforementioned logo issues, with the potential of kits with the old Spotify logo being sold by retailers. However, while there's uncertainty, Footy Headlines is quite sure that the Barça away kits with the old Spotify logo will hit markets later this month.
Tense Relations with Nike
The chaos is exacerbated by the strained relationship between FC Barcelona and Nike, which has been troubled since the beginning of the year. This tension surely has contributed to the mismanagement of the kit launch. It is the first time in years that a major Nike jersey will not be available through Nike on the same day as the club.
Delayed Dispatches:*
For fans purchasing authentic Barça 24-25 away kits via the club, there's more bad news—FC Barcelona will only begin dispatching these kits in late September 2024.
Third Kit Delay
Barcelona was also the only Nike team whose 24-25 third kit with the vertical Swoosh has not been released in late August 2024.
This situation has left fans and retailers in limbo, with no clear global launch date and ongoing confusion regarding the sale of kits featuring the old Spotify logo. The chaos reflects broader issues between the club and its sponsor, as well as potential logistical missteps by Nike.
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Salisbury FC 26-27 Third Kit Revealed
English non-league side Salisbury FC have officially unveiled their new 26-27 third kit, brought back following the squad's recent tour of Kuwait. The release complements the club's home and away strips that were launched earlier in the summer.
The Salisbury FC 26-27 third shirt features a vibrant yellow base contrasted with royal blue accents. A retro-inspired blue collar with a v-neck insert frames the neckline, while dynamic blue striped graphics run down the sleeves and lower flanks. Continuing the club's deep ties to Kuwait under owner Ali Alhamad, the chest prominently displays the Arabic script logo of a Kuwaiti digital bank alongside the club crest.
The strip is completed with matching yellow shorts featuring blue side panels. The Salisbury 26-27 third shirt was made available exclusively to match-going fans at the club shop ahead of their FA Cup qualifying clash against Dulwich Hamlet.
Independiente del Valle 2026 Commemorative Kit Released
Ecuadorian powerhouse Independiente del Valle has teamed up with Marathon Sports to launch a special commemorative kit for the final stretch of the 2026 campaign. Designed as an end-of-the-year release, the new shirt will be worn by Los Rayados in their remaining LigaPro and Copa Ecuador fixtures as they push for silverware.
The Marathon Independiente del Valle 2026 commemorative jersey introduces a fresh color twist on the club's signature look. Dominated by a sleek black base, the shirt is highlighted by a wide vertical pink stripe running down the center of the chest with a subtle brushstroke texture. The IDV crest takes center stage directly inside the stripe beneath the Marathon logo, accompanied by matching pink trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs alongside crisp white sponsor graphics.
This special release stands apart from IDV's regular 2026 home shirt, which used blue detailing rather than the bold pink seen here. The jersey was unveiled following an exclusive blindfolded preview event for club members and is now available through official Marathon Sports stores and online retailers.
Marathon Universitario 2026 Señor de los Milagros Kit Released
Peruvian champions Universitario de Deportes and Marathon Sports have officially unveiled a special-edition kit honoring the Señor de los Milagros (Lord of Miracles) for the second consecutive year. The commemorative release arrives just in time for October, the month traditionally associated with the religious devotion across Peru.
The Universitario 2026 Señor de los Milagros shirt retains the club's iconic cream base color, pairing it with deep purple and radiant gold detailing. An intricate, tone-on-tone graphic pattern covers the front and sleeves, inspired by religious stained glass windows and the embroidery found on traditional garments. The club crest has been given an ornate overhaul, outlined in purple with an elaborate golden sunburst surrounding it, while a dedicated Lord of Miracles patch adorns the upper back.
One of the most notable design features is on the sleeve cuffs, where purple bands display the logos and numbers of all the cuadrillas, the brotherhood groups responsible for carrying the procession litter during celebrations. The collection includes short-sleeve, long-sleeve, and purple goalkeeper editions alongside matching pre-match apparel.
Racing Santander 26-27 Third Kit Released
Spanish club Real Racing Club de Santander has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 26-27 season. Designed and produced by local Cantabrian sports brand Austral, the new strip brings back a stealthy black look accented with the club's signature green detailing.
The Austral Racing Santander 26-27 third jersey has a predominantly black base adorned with a tonal graphic pattern inspired by the lábaro cántabro, rendered in varying intensities across the front. Vivid green accents trim the collar, sleeve cuffs, and lower hem, while the sponsors and Austral logo appear in crisp white alongside the full-color club crest. Green shorts and black socks with green turnovers complete the uniform.
As a special tribute to the fanbase, the interior of the shirt is sublimated with the names of all 18,804 club season ticket holders for the 26-27 campaign. The kit debuted with a limited initial release of 500 units on the club's online store before rolling out to the physical shop at El Sardinero.
Giugliano 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Italian Serie C club Giugliano Calcio 1928 and technical partner Legea have officially unveiled their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. The Campania-based club, nicknamed the Tigrotti, continue their collaboration with the domestic sportswear brand for the upcoming league campaign.
The Legea Giugliano 26-27 home shirt embraces the club's traditional gialloblù identity with a classic horizontal striped design. Bold blue hoops run across the bright yellow torso, complemented by solid yellow sleeves, subtle blue trim on the cuffs, and a matching crew collar. The chest features the club's tiger crest alongside Legea branding and local principal sponsor graphics.
The Legea Giugliano 26-27 away shirt delivers an ornate design inspired by local classical architecture. Set on an off-white base, the jersey showcases subtle fresco-style illustrations in warm sand tones, highlighted by classical columns, intricate motifs, and the Roman numerals MCMXXVIII honoring the club's founding year of 1928. Matching sand-colored trim on the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs rounds off the look.
Austria Lustenau Release Special-Edition 26-27 "Vintage" Kit
Austrian club SC Austria Lustenau has unveiled a special-edition jersey, dubbed the "Vintage" kit, created in collaboration with Italian brand Erreà. The limited-edition shirt was launched for the friendly match against German giants FC Schalke 04 at the Sun Minimeal Arena.
The Erreà Austria Lustenau 26-27 "Vintage" jersey comes in an off-white cream base adorned with a subtle all-over floral damask pattern. It is complemented by a dark green polo collar with dual gold pinstripes, an aesthetic echoed on the matching ribbed sleeve cuffs. To complete the clean retro look, the club crest, Erreà chest logo, and Sun Minimeal front sponsor are all rendered in monochrome dark green.
On the back, the retro styling continues with an elegant serif typeface in green for the player names and squad numbers. The release represents another custom design from Erreà in their first season outfitting the Austrian side, after taking over the club's technical contract ahead of the 26-27 campaign.
Betting Ban: Brazilian Club Vila Nova Announce BYD Main Shirt Sponsor Deal
Brazilian club Vila Nova FC has officially announced Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD as its new primary front-of-shirt sponsor. Described by the club as the largest commercial partnership in its history, the agreement places the BYD logo prominently on the chest of the team's Volt Sport kits through the end of 2026, with an option to extend into 2027.
The sponsorship is executed in collaboration with Saga, an authorized dealership network representing BYD in Brazil, whose small logo appears directly underneath the main BYD mark. The automotive manufacturer replaces previous shirt sponsor Bet da Sorte, following a wave of regulatory restrictions on betting companies operating in Brazilian football.
Currently fighting at the top of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B table and chasing promotion to the top flight, Vila Nova is set to debut the redesigned shirts immediately. The landmark agreement secures vital financial stability for the club's promotion push while expanding BYD's growing footprint across South American football.
