An unnamed bidder secured soccer icon Lionel Messi’s historic 2022 Fifa World Cup jerseys for a remarkable $7.8 million in an auction conducted by Sotheby’s.
These six jerseys were worn by Messi during the first half of Argentina’s significant matches in the World Cup in Qatar.
The final selling price sets a record as the highest value achieved for sports memorabilia this year.
Argentina emerged victorious in the World Cup final against France, with Messi playing a pivotal role by scoring two of Argentina’s three goals.
The sale of these iconic shirts further contributes to Messi’s legacy as one of soccer’s greatest players. Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s head of modern collectibles, highlighted the historical significance of these shirts in connection with Messi’s illustrious career.
