FC Barcelona Unveils New Fourth Jersey
FC Barcelona has unveiled a striking new fourth jersey, drawing inspiration from a legendary moment in the club’s history. The kit, introduced under the slogan “Football is Art,” features distinctive jagged stripes that pay homage to a remarkable 3-0 victory against Real Madrid, which took place at the Santiago Bernabéu on November 19, 2005. This match is often celebrated as one of the finest team performances in modern football.
The Legendary Match
In this unforgettable clash, Barcelona, under the management of Frank Rijkaard, faced a fierce Real Madrid side. Despite not dominating possession, the Catalan team showcased an extraordinary display of attacking prowess, led by a young Lionel Messi. The scoring was opened by Samuel Eto’o, followed by two near-identical goals from the dazzling Ronaldinho, whose second strike even elicited a rare standing ovation from the rival team’s supporters—an extraordinary feat for a Barça player at the Bernabéu.
Symbolism of the New Kit
The sharp stripes on the new kit symbolize the inventive paths taken by Eto’o and Ronaldinho as they sliced through the Madrid defense to score. Additionally, the exact minutes of the goals—14, 58, and 77—are commemorated inside the collar of the shirt, creating a tangible connection to the match.
Season Highlights
At season’s end, Eto’o emerged as the club’s leading scorer, just ahead of Ronaldinho, although it was Ronaldinho who later secured the prestigious Ballon d’Or following his stunning performance that night. Capitalizing on the momentum from this match, Barcelona went on to finish the LaLiga season 12 points ahead of their rivals and clinched the UEFA Champions League title in a dramatic final against Arsenal in Paris that year.
