Barcelona revert to tradition with new kit

Barcelona

(Nike) Source: Nike

Barcelona have hinted at a return to old club traditions after revealing their kit for the 2016-17 season.

Lionel Messi and his team-mates played in red and blue hooped shirts last season as they secured a La Liga and Copa del Rey double, but the club's usual striped pattern will be adopted once more next term.

Barcelona revealed the new design on Monday, with the lack of a sponsor on the front of the shirt also notable.

The Catalan club shunned sponsorship until striking a deal with the Qatar Foundation in 2012.

Qatar Airways have adorned Barca's shirts since 2013, but have not renewed their deal for next season, which is thought to be the main factor behind the club's lack of sponsor on the new shirt for the unveiling.

But reports have suggested that Barca do expect to have a main shirt sponsor in place in time for the start of next season.


Share
1 min read

Published

Updated

Source: Omnisport

Share this with family and friends


News

Sign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to SBS’s terms of service and privacy policy including receiving email updates from SBS.

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Arabic-speaking Australians.
Personal journeys of Arab-Australian migrants.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
Arabic Collection

Arabic Collection

Watch SBS On Demand