Nike and FC Barcelona Unveil a Futuristic Third Kit to be Worn in the Champions League – Versus

Nike and FC Barcelona have just dropped the clubs experimental new third kit, which will be worn exclusively in this seasons Champions League.

The new release reinterprets the clubs iconic Blaugrana stripes, with young artists from Barcelona designing silhouettes of the citys most famous architectural and cultural landmarks within each blue and red stripe.

While the new kit keeps the tradition of Barcas vertical stripes, they appear in neon tones for a more vibrant and futuristic aesthetic. The kit is produced using 100% polyester recycled from plastic bottles that are melted to obtain a very fine thread, thus generating a fabric that not only optimizes sporting performance but also has a much smaller carbon footprint.

The new third kit will be worn exclusively in the UEFA Champions League by Barcelona mens and womens teams, starting with the mens game against Bayern Munich on September 14.

Get a closer look at the jersey below, which is available now.

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Nike and FC Barcelona Unveil a Futuristic Third Kit to be Worn in the Champions League - Versus