BREAKING: Barcelona x Kobe Bryant Collaboration Not Expected to Continue Beyond 27-28 Season
1 day ago, by Chris
- Collaboration Ending: The high-profile collaboration between FC Barcelona and the Kobe Bryant brand is not expected to extend beyond the 27-28 season, with no current discussions for a renewal.
- Original Partnership Scope: Facilitated by Nike, the landmark deal was initially a three-season project covering the 25-26, 26-27, and 27-28 campaigns, featuring Kobe Bryant's Sheath logo on away kits, goalkeeper kits, training wear, and footwear.
- Final Collection Expected: Fans can look forward to one last Kobe-branded away collection for the 27-28 season, which will conclude the partnership unless an unexpected extension is negotiated by Nike, Barcelona, and the Kobe Bryant estate.
FC Barcelona's high-profile collaboration with the Kobe Bryant brand is not expected to continue beyond the 27-28 season. According to the reliable kit source and collector memorabilia1899, there are currently no indications or discussions regarding an extension past the original contract term.
No Extension Planned for Barcelona x Kobe Bryant Deal
Facilitated by Nike, the landmark partnership between the Catalan club and the Mamba brand was originally signed as a three-season project covering the 25-26, 26-27, and 27-28 campaigns. The deal prominently features Kobe Bryant's iconic Sheath logo replacing the traditional Nike Swoosh on the club's away kits, alongside dedicated goalkeeper kits, training wear, and footwear collections.
Following the gold 25-26 away kit and the black-and-purple gradient design for 26-27, fans can still look forward to one final Kobe-branded away collection for the 27-28 season. Unless Nike, Barcelona, and the Kobe Bryant estate choose to negotiate an unexpected extension, that third kit release will mark the end of the crossover.
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Wellington Phoenix 26-27 Home Kit Released
A-League club Wellington Phoenix and apparel partner Dynasty Sport have officially unveiled the club's new home kit for the 26-27 season. Celebrating the club's 20th anniversary campaign, the design delivers a direct throwback homage to the inaugural strip worn during the 2007-08 season.
The Dynasty Wellington Phoenix 26-27 home jersey features a predominantly black body accented by distinctive curved yellow and white panels sweeping across the shoulders and flanks, echoing the aesthetics of the club's debut kit. Significant cultural elements are embedded throughout, with the central Te Raukura white feather plume positioned on the chest alongside the club crest, and a tohu pattern incorporated into the side paneling. The inside collar features custom anniversary lettering reading 'Wellington Phoenix 20th Season Anniversary 2007-2027'.
Completed with matching black shorts and black socks, the kit is available immediately via the Phoenix online store and select regional retailers. The men's team features Entelar Group as main sponsor, while the women's edition showcases OPPO on the front.
Adidas National University Philippines 26-27 Kits Released
Adidas has officially unveiled the new football kits for National University (NU) in the Philippines, continuing the brand's ongoing partnership with the NU Bulldogs collegiate teams in the UAAP. As the country's first private, non-sectarian university, NU receives a sharp, bespoke set of uniforms tailored to its athletic heritage.
The new home jersey arrives in the university's classic deep navy blue, highlighted by rich gold accents on the collar, sleeve trim, and signature Three Stripes. A prominent retro-inspired 'National U' wordmark graphic stretches across the chest, complemented by a centered Adidas Performance logo and matching gold squad numbers. Completing the look are navy shorts and socks detailed with gold branding.
The away uniform reverses the aesthetic onto a crisp white base, finished with the same navy and gold chest branding and sleeve detailing. Alongside the outfield jerseys, Adidas also revealed a light pink goalkeeper kit featuring gold trim, giving the NU Bulldogs a complete, unified look across the pitch.
