As the first clash of the season between Barcelona and Real Madrid approaches, the anticipation has been building for weeks. On Saturday, the two eternal rivals will face off at the Santiago Bernabeu, with the Catalan giants looking to make a statement by wearing a special edition jersey for the occasion.
This isn’t a new phenomenon for Barcelona, as they have a history of partnering with prominent artists to create unique and eye-catching kits. Last season, the club even donned a Rolling Stones-inspired jersey, but this time they’re teaming up with British rock band Coldplay.
The Coldplay logo will be emblazoned on the chest of the shirt, featuring their “Moon Music” design, which was released on October 4th. The partnership is a testament to the band’s enduring popularity, with over 11 of their tracks making the Spotify Billions Club.
But this is no ordinary jersey – it’s a nod to the special place Coldplay holds in the hearts of Barcelona fans. The band’s hit “Viva La Vida” has been an unofficial anthem for the club since the 2008-09 season, and fans will be thrilled to see the band’s design take center stage.
Coldplay themselves are thrilled to be partnering with Barcelona, stating, “We’re honored that Spotify has chosen to feature our Moon Music design on the shirt of FC Barcelona. We’ve had a special relationship with the city and the club for many years. Heartfelt thanks to Spotify and FC Barcelona for making this happen.”
As the teams face off, Barcelona comes into the match on a high, having enjoyed immense success in the opening weeks of the 2024-25 campaign under Hansi Flick. However, Real Madrid has won the last four meetings between the two sides, including a dramatic 3-2 victory at the Bernabeu in April this year.
Despite the pressure, Barcelona’s players will be eager to make a statement in their special edition jerseys, and fans around the world will be tuning in to see if they can overcome their rivals and take a step closer to the top of the league standings.
