Football prominence meets Mamba Mentality as FC Barcelona and Nike commemorate the late Kobe Bryant in this high-heat footwear and apparel collection. Unified through shared excellence and a relentless pursuit of greatness, this collaboration celebrates the legacy of the basketball legend and Hall of Famer, who was also a huge Barça fan. Headlining the roster is the limited-edition FC Barcelona x Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Team Gold”, which boasts a captivating colour combination to match the Spanish football club’s special-edition away kits.
Designed by Eric Avar, the KB4 is the first-ever low-cut model in the signature line, helping athletes move faster on the court. This iteration features a muted gold synthetic upper with snakeskin-inspired textures on the front, collar, and rear to fulfil the Mamba Mentality. Open mesh fabrics on the instep provide breathability, while the internal Flywire cables on the quarter offer a snug fit to contain your foot during hard cuts and lightning-quick drives to the basket. A black Swoosh covers the sidewalls, complementing the purple sheath logo on the tongue and Kobe’s signature on the chromed-out heel counter. The FCB crest adorns the lace dubraes and sockliner, while the “8” and “24” details pay homage to Bryant’s iconic jersey numbers. A purple and gold gradient envelops the lightweight foam midsole, replicating the Lakers' uniforms. The hidden Air Zoom unit delivers excellent cushioning and responsiveness, boasted by a multidirectional herringbone outsole below.
Releasing on the 31st of July via the Nike SNKRS app and select UK sportswear retailers, you can find out where to buy the FC Barcelona x Nike Kobe 4 Protro “Team Gold” by keeping it locked to The Sole Supplier!
