In a departure from its usual match-day look, FC Barcelona took to the field against UD Las Palmas wearing its iconic blue and garnet shirt paired with white shorts. This detail holds significant historical meaning, as it reflects the club’s roots and pays tribute to Barcelona’s early years, celebrated as part of its 125th-anniversary festivities.
Throwback to 1899: Barça’s Founding Kit Featured White Shorts, Barcelona Returns to White Shorts 125 Years After
When FC Barcelona was established in 1899, the team’s original uniform featured a blue and garnet half-and-half shirt paired with white shorts. As part of their anniversary celebrations, the club chose to revive this historic look for the match against Las Palmas.
Nike has created bespoke white shorts for FC Barcelona. Indeed, the shorts are off-white, with blue and garnet insert to match the half-and-half kit.
White Shorts in Barça’s History
Though white shorts were replaced by blue and garnet in later years, they have made occasional returns throughout Barça’s history:
- 1950s: During the era of László Kubala, one of the club’s greatest stars.
- 1970s: Under the influence of Johan Cruyff, a revolutionary figure in Barcelona's history.
Barcelona Debuts 125th Anniversary Badge
In addition to the white shorts, Barcelona also finally debuted its 125th anniversary badge. It will be interesting to see if the club will wear it in future La Liga matches as well.
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