FC Barcelona to Decide about Record-breaking Qatar Airways Shirt Sponsorship Deal at Extraordinary General Assembly
FC Barcelona's board will present an 'irresistible' offer from Qatar Airways at the club's general assembly later this month, Mundo Deportivo reports.
Update: FC Barcelona has announced that the decision about the new shirt sponsor will only be made at an additional extraordinary general assembly, which could take place in early 2016.
The current FC Barcelona Qatar Airways deal is up after the current season and a quick decision is required in order to allow Nike to start producing the new Barcelona 16-17 Kits, the report states.
Barcelona to Extend Qatar Airways Shirt Sponsorship
The Qatar Airways logo is set to stay on Barcelona's kit for many years to come.
Qatar Airways' offer is said to even exceed the €60m / year figure reported ahead of this summer's FC Barcelona presidential elections. The new Barcelona Qatar Airways jersey sponsorship deal is valued at around €70m / year, more than doubling the current contract between the Champions League winner and the Qatari airline (€155m over five years).
Highest-valued Sponsorship Deals in European football
| Club | Sponsor | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona (new) | Qatar Airways | £51m (€70m) |
| Manchester United | Chevrolet | £47m |
| Chelsea | Yokohama Rubber | £40m |
| Arsenal | Emirates | £30m |
| Liverpool | Standard Chartered | £30m |
| Bayern Munich | Deutsche Telekom | £23.6m (€32m) |
| Barcelona (current) | Qatar Airways | £23.4m (€31.8m) |
| Real Madrid | Emirates | £22m (€30m) |
The new agreement between FC Barcelona and Qatar Airways would even top Manchester United's $559 million seven-year Chevrolet sponsorship deal, as Barcelona president Bartomeu hopes to convince the club members to ratify the agreement this month.
Following the model of Liverpool and Manchester United, the new contract will only contain the Barcelona Match Kits, with an additional contract to be signed to cover the Barcelona Training Jerseys from 2016-17.
Mundo Deportivo also reports that the club considered other offers including one from Japanese e-commerce giant Rakuten, but that none came close to what Qatar Airways is offering.
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Perfectly Curacao Player Boot-Kit Combo at 2026 World Cup
In the recent 2026 World Cup match, Curaçao national team player Jearl Margaritha wore the F50 "Ice Cold Precision" boots, but in a custom version with a slightly darker colorway to perfectly match the blue shade of Curaçao's 2026 home kit. Big thanks to @abcdefutbol.
The custom F50 was designed by @studio_nusa and draws inspiration from the waves surrounding the Caribbean island. The boots also feature the phrase "The Blue Wave" on the outer side.
https://www.footyheadlines.com/0747976324/messi-s-boots-match-his-kit-perfectly.html
Luis Suarez Spotted in Uruguay 2026 Away Kit During Uruguay vs Cabo Verde Draw
Former Uruguay international Luis Suarez was spotted in the stands during Uruguay's 2026 World Cup match against Cabo Verde. Suarez, watching his nation from the sidelines, appeared visibly stressed as the game unfolded, ultimately ending in a surprising draw.
Suarez appeared wearing the Uruguay 2026 away jersey, seemingly to encourage his younger teammates from the stands. Surprisingly, he chose to wear the number 7 shirt instead of the iconic number 9 that he wore during his playing days with the national team. Images of him reacting to the tense moments of the match quickly circulated online, capturing his passionate support for the national team and drawing a wave of reactions across social media.
Persija Jakarta Announce Adidas Kit Deal
Indonesian club Persija Jakarta have officially announced a new kit partnership with Adidas. The announcement was made on June 22, 2026, coinciding with the 499th anniversary of the city of Jakarta. Adidas will replace Juara as the club's official apparel partner, taking over the production of all kits and training gear starting from the upcoming 2026-27 season.
Persija's move to a major global brand like Adidas is seen as a significant upgrade and a new chapter for the club. Further details regarding the official launch date of the 2026-27 kits are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
The Number on the Egypt Puma Kit Came Off
During Egypt's World Cup match against New Zealand, striker Mostafa Ziko was seen wearing a 'damaged' jersey after one of the digits on the front came off. Although he was wearing the number 11 shirt, one of the "1"s fell off, making it look like he was wearing number 1 instead.
The number appears to have been poorly heat-applied to the jersey and gradually peeled off due to sweat during the game. The incident occurred as Mostafa Ziko celebrated his goal, when one of the digits in his number 11 shirt detached, leaving only a single "1" visible on the front.
Morocco 2026 World Cup Kit Features Different Name Set to Commercial Version
Fans looking to purchase the exact Morocco 2026-27 home kit worn by the players at the World Cup will find a noticeable difference in the name and number sets. While official product pictures of the Puma kit display the chest numbers in gold, the actual shirts worn by the Moroccan national team feature a lighter, white-colored application. Big thanks to @rockonbaPES.
Alongside the retail discrepancies, there have been multiple reports of Puma kits easily ripping during tournament matches. These material failures have affected several of the brand's sponsored teams, including Morocco, Czechia, Egypt, and Paraguay.
https://www.footyheadlines.com/8529325653/puma-kits-keep-ripping-at-the-2026-world-cup.html
Special Paraguay 2026 World Cup Pennant
A look at the special exchange flag for the Paraguay national team at the 2026 World Cup has been shared online. These pennants are traditionally exchanged by team captains prior to kick-off during international matches.
The Paraguay 2026 World Cup exchange flag incorporates the traditional colors of the nation, tying into the visual identity established by Puma for the tournament. It prominently features the Paraguayan Football Association crest alongside the Puma logo.