Pink is one of the rarest colours in FC Barcelona’s kit history. In over a century of football, the club has only released two genuinely pink jerseys: the 2018-19 Light Atomic Pink third with its Eixample sash, and the 2020-21 Pink Beam third, which Nike and the club officially confirmed as the first fully pink kit ever worn by Barcelona.
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Because both pink kits were one-season third shirts (2018-19 and 2020-21), neither is part of Nike’s current Barcelona range. That means buying a barcelona pink jersey today means hunting the resale market or waiting for special-edition re-releases. Fanatics occasionally stocks retro Barcelona pieces and pink-tinged limited drops in their global search, especially around UCL anniversaries. For original deadstock 2018-19 or 2020-21 shirts, the most reliable sources are Classic Football Shirts (UK), Vinted EU for European listings, and verified eBay sellers. Authentic player-spec versions in pristine condition now sell well above original retail, particularly the Pink Beam shirt with its Champions League patches from the 2020-21 group stage.
The story behind the barcelona pink jersey
The 2018-19 third was Nike’s first attempt at putting Barcelona in pink. The base colour was Light Atomic Pink, a peach-leaning shade crossed by a darker pink diagonal sash. Nike’s design team drew directly from an aerial view of the Eixample district and the Avinguda Diagonal, the boulevard that cuts through Barcelona on the same angle as the sash. It debuted at the San Siro in November 2018 and was worn selectively in Champions League away matches and a handful of La Liga road trips.
The 2020-21 third went further. Branded Pink Beam, it was the first kit Nike and the club officially described as a fully pink Barcelona shirt — confirmed in the original launch communications. The design was inspired by the morning light over the Mediterranean and Barcelona’s beaches, with black and teal trim on a vivid pink body. The shirt was built from 100% recycled polyester as part of Nike’s Move to Zero programme. The original launch paired the shirt with bright green shorts and socks; players and the club pushed Nike to swap to black shorts before the on-pitch debut, which is why every match photo of the Pink Beam kit shows it with black bottoms rather than the green featured in the launch shoot.
Barcelona pink jersey: stats and milestones across 2 seasons
The barcelona pink jersey has only been worn on the pitch across two seasons, and neither delivered a trophy in the kit itself. Both Copa del Rey and La Liga silverware in those years were won in other shirts, which positions both pink kits as collectibles rather than trophy-winning shirts.
| Season | Kit | Matches in this kit | Goals scored | Trophies in this kit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | Light Atomic Pink (third) | ~6-10 across all comps | Multiple — incl Malcom debut goal vs Inter | None — La Liga won mostly in home/away |
| 2020-21 | Pink Beam (third) | ~5-8 across all comps | 10+ confirmed (Messi x4, Dembele, Pique, Dest x2, Griezmann) | None — Copa del Rey final won in blaugrana home |
Across both seasons combined, the barcelona pink jersey was on the pitch for a handful of matches. The most productive run was the 2020-21 stretch between October 2020 and March 2021, when the Pink Beam shirt was used for several away clashes and racked up double-digit goals, headlined by Messi’s penalty in Turin and his brace at Anoeta. Neither pink kit has been re-released by Nike in a full retail run since.
3 iconic moments in the barcelona pink jersey
The pink kits were rare on the pitch, and only three appearances became genuinely iconic. The remaining away matches over the two seasons were mostly low-profile La Liga road games where Barcelona often switched to the yellow away kit instead, so the three matches below stand out.
1. Inter Milan 1-1 Barcelona — Champions League, San Siro, November 6, 2018
This was the on-pitch debut of the 2018-19 Light Atomic Pink third. With Messi injured and watching from the bench, Brazilian winger Malcom came on and scored his first Barcelona goal in the 83rd minute, finishing a Coutinho pass under Handanovic, before Mauro Icardi equalised in the 87th to make it 1-1. The draw confirmed Barcelona’s qualification to the Round of 16 with two matchdays to spare.
2. Juventus 0-2 Barcelona — Champions League, Allianz Stadium, October 28, 2020
Ousmane Dembele opened the scoring with a curling effort from outside the box, and Messi sealed the win from the penalty spot after Ansu Fati was fouled. It was Messi’s 35th career Champions League assist and his 70th goal in 74 UCL group-stage games. Cristiano Ronaldo missed the showdown after testing positive for COVID-19, and Juventus finished with 10 men following Demiral’s red card.
3. Real Sociedad 1-6 Barcelona — La Liga, Anoeta, March 21, 2021
A demolition at Anoeta where Barcelona had not won for over a decade. Sergino Dest scored twice, Messi scored twice — including a record-breaking 768th appearance for the club that surpassed Xavi — and Antoine Griezmann (against his former club) and Dembele also netted. The win lifted Barca above Real Madrid into second place in the title race.
Design analysis: what makes the barcelona pink jersey unique
The 2018-19 third used a peach base with a single diagonal sash and references to the Eixample district. The 2020-21 Pink Beam used a vivid full-pink body with black and teal trim.
- 2018-19 fabric and design: Light Atomic Pink (peach) base, darker pink diagonal sash running from shoulder to hip, sash angle directly mirroring Barcelona’s Avinguda Diagonal, club crest and Nike swoosh in matching pink-red, white Rakuten sponsor on chest.
- 2020-21 fabric and design: Pink Beam vibrant pink body, black and teal trim on collar and cuffs, club crest applied in tonal pink, 100% recycled polyester (Nike Move to Zero programme), produced in Nike Vapor authentic and Nike Stadium replica fabrics. Released with green shorts in the launch shoot but swapped to black shorts before the on-pitch debut after pushback from the club and players.
Both shirts retired after a single season and Nike has not reissued either in a full retail run.
Authentic vs Replica vs Retro: which barcelona pink jersey is right for you?
Because neither shirt is in current production, every barcelona pink jersey on the market today is now retro. The split between Authentic, Stadium replica and special edition matters more for sizing and price than for technology, since none of these are recent releases.
| Version | US price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|
| Authentic Match retro 2020-21 | $200-400+ (deadstock) | Classic Football Shirts, eBay verified |
| Stadium Replica retro | $80-150 | Fanatics retro, Classic Football Shirts |
| Special Edition pink (replica e-com) | $40-80 | Fanatics (when available), unofficial replicas |
| Authentic Match retro 2018-19 | $250-500+ (rare) | Classic Football Shirts, Vinted EU |
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Shop Barcelona →Sizing and care guide
Nike Barcelona shirts run slim through the chest and waist, especially the Authentic Match versions. If you usually wear a US medium in everyday t-shirts, you will likely want a large in the Authentic line. Stadium replicas have a slightly more relaxed cut and tend to fit closer to standard sizing. Wash inside-out in cold water on a gentle cycle, never tumble dry, and avoid ironing the printed badge or sponsor logos. Hand wash is safest for any deadstock retro shirt with original sponsor and patch applications, since the heat-pressed elements can lift after repeated machine cycles. Store flat or on a wide hanger to avoid stretching at the shoulders.
Frequently asked questions
Is the barcelona pink jersey still in production?
No. The two pink kits (2018-19 and 2020-21 thirds) were each one-season releases and neither is part of Nike’s current Barcelona range. Both are now considered retro.
Has Barcelona ever won a trophy in a pink kit?
No on-pitch trophy was lifted while wearing either pink kit. The 2020-21 Copa del Rey final was won in the blaugrana home shirt at La Cartuja, not in the Pink Beam third.
When was the first pink Barcelona kit ever?
The 2020-21 Pink Beam third is the first officially-confirmed fully pink kit in club history. The 2018-19 third was pink-leaning but built around a peach Light Atomic Pink base, which is why Nike described the 2020-21 release as the club’s first truly pink shirt.
Where can I buy an authentic barcelona pink jersey today?
Authentic 2018-19 and 2020-21 thirds are mostly sold through Classic Football Shirts, verified eBay sellers and Vinted EU. Fanatics occasionally lists retro and special-edition Barcelona pieces, especially around Champions League anniversaries.
Were any other Barcelona kits actually pink?
No. The 2014-15, 2015-16, 2019-20 and 2021-22 thirds are often misremembered as pink but were magenta-red, electric blue, teal and blaugrana respectively. The 2024 Karol G and 2025 Travis Scott El Clasico shirts were not pink on the pitch either — only the merchandise capsules contained pink pieces.
Why did Nike swap the green shorts for black on the 2020-21 Pink Beam kit?
The launch shoot paired the pink shirt with green shorts and socks, but the club and players pushed Nike to use black shorts on the pitch. Every official match appearance of the Pink Beam shirt features black shorts.