In 2009, Lakers legend Kobe Bryant wore an FC Barcelona uniform on a magazine cover. This season, Barca will wear a road uniform inspired by Bryant and his Mamba Mentality.

Barcelona’s 2025-26 away kit honors Kobe Bryant through a collaboration with his Nike brand. The jersey features a light gold tone with Persian violet and black accents — echoing the colors of the teams Kobe played for during his career.

FC Barcelona have revealed their 2025/26 away kit, a striking collaboration with Nike and the Kobe Bryant brand that honours the late basketball icon's Mamba Mentality. Released on 29 July 2025, the kit is the first in football history to feature the Kobe Sheath logo in place of Nike's swoosh,