Football icon Lionel Messi has announced that the historic Argentina jerseys from his triumphant World Cup campaign in 2022 are set to hit the auction block. The legendary footballer took to social media to share this exciting news, revealing that a portion of the auction proceeds will be dedicated to the Unicas Project, a noble initiative led by Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona Children’s Hospital, supporting children grappling with rare diseases.
Auctioneers Sotheby’s are predicting a game-changing event, estimating that the six jerseys worn by Messi, including the unforgettable final against France, could potentially fetch over USD 10 million. If this estimation holds true, it could mark a historic moment in sports memorabilia auctions, potentially surpassing the current record held by a Michael Jordan jersey sold for USD 10.1 million last year.
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Sotheby’s revealed that the six first-half jerseys worn by the Argentina Captain, including the one from the thrilling final, will go under the hammer in New York. Lionel Messi, known for rewriting records on the field, might just set a new benchmark in the world of sports memorabilia.
The historic jerseys witnessed Messi’s remarkable performance as he led Argentina to their third World Cup victory, sealing the championship with a penalty shootout win against France in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final. The nail-biting 3-3 draw featured Messi scoring two crucial goals.
Mark your calendars for the auction taking place from November 30 to December 14. This auction could also see Messi surpassing the football legend Diego Maradona, as his match-worn item sold for USD 9.3 million last year, securing the record for the most valuable football memorabilia.
Argentina’s World Cup victory, securing their third title, was a momentous occasion, culminating in a thrilling penalty shootout triumph against France in 2022. With Messi’s shirts up for grabs, football enthusiasts and collectors alike are gearing up for what could be a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a piece of sporting history.
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