Napoli’s Fourth Kit Honors 2,500 Years of History

SSC Napoli has unveiled its fourth kit of the season — the Partenope Jersey — a striking limited-edition release that celebrates 2,500 years since the founding of Naples. But this drop is more than just a new look for the pitch. It’s a tribute to the soul of a city, woven from mythology, memory, and identity.

Named after Partenope, the legendary siren from Greek mythology believed to have given Naples its name, the kit connects modern football with the city’s ancient origins. In a world moving faster than ever, Napoli takes a bold pause — choosing to look back, rediscover roots, and honor the myth that shaped a culture.

Visually, the jersey reflects this layered heritage. Created in collaboration with EA7, the design features a unique jacquard texture and a sublimated print inspired by the sea — the same sea from which Partenope was said to have emerged. The colors blend heavenly sky blue with light turquoise, a nod to both the team’s legacy and the city’s coastal character. Even the shirt numbers echo the story, featuring a subtle scaly texture that further invokes the siren myth.

On the back of the collar, one small detail says it all: Partenopei. Replacing the usual SSC Napoli inscription, this symbol symbolizes a collective identity — a call to all who feel part of Naples, whether cheering from the stands or halfway around the world.

Only 2,500 of these jerseys have been produced, marking each year since the founding of Neapolis. This number gives the release exclusivity and meaning — each shirt becomes a physical marker of time, a wearable piece of Neapolitan history.

As part of the club’s broader Proud to be Napoli initiative, this jersey isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about continuity. It’s about anchoring a global fanbase in something ancient, emotional, and real. The campaign’s launch video mirrors this sentiment, featuring the women of Naples responding to a mythical call that leads them to Castel dell’Ovo — the symbolic birthplace of Partenope — where legend and present collide.

For fans, collectors, and anyone connected to Naples, the Partenope Jersey isn’t just a kit. It’s a story, a memory, a declaration. It reminds us that identity doesn’t need to be loud to be powerful — sometimes, it just needs to be remembered.

The Partenope Jersey is available now online, at official SSC Napoli stores, and through select authorized retailers. For those who understand what it means to carry a city in your heart, this is more than a drop — it’s a return to where it all began.

The Partenope Jersey is now available online and from 11 April at official SSC Napoli stores and at all authorized retailers.