Lionel Messi’s collection of shirts worn during the 2022 World Cup is expected to set a new world record, fetching over £8 million at an upcoming auction at Sotheby’s New York.
Messi played a pivotal role as Argentina won the trophy in Qatar, scoring five goals and providing two assists during the tournament. His outstanding performances contributed to him winning the Ballon d’Or for a record-extending eighth time.
The anticipated sale of Messi’s shirts would surpass the current world record set by Steve Hodge, who sold Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ jersey from the 1986 World Cup quarter-final for approximately £7.1 million last year.