On November 30, The Action Network disclosed that the jersey costs an incredible $5.2 million. The $6.3 million buyer’s premium was included in the overall bid. The shirts are being offered at Sotheby’s in New York City, and it’s possible that the asking prices will increase even more before the auction ends on December 14.
The initial offer for Messi’s 2022 World Cup jersey has reached an impressive $5.2 million, surpassing the previous bids for iconic sports legends such as Kobe Bryant’s 2007-2008 MVP season jersey ($5.8 million), Babe Ruth’s 1928-1930 New York Yankees jersey ($5.6 million), and LeBron James’ 2013 NBA Finals Game 7 jersey ($3.6 million).
The current records held by players like Michael Jordan and Diego Maradona could be broken by this incredible push for Messi’s jersey. Messi’s jersey may even fetch a higher price at auction than the incredible sums paid for Maradona’s fabled “Hand of God” shirt ($9.3 million) and Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals jersey ($10.1 million).
Two of Messi’s jerseys from the group stage matches are included in the collection; the other four were worn in the Round of 16 quarterfinals, semifinals, and the thrilling championship game versus France. Many people believe that Lionel Messi is the best football player of all time, and his World Cup victory is the crown gem of his remarkable career.
Messi scored 7 goals and made 3 assists to help Argentina win the World Cup. Photo: Getty Images
Messi’s six kits are being auctioned at Sotheby’s in New York until December 14. Photo: Reuters
The Argentina team reached unprecedented heights under Messi’s outstanding leadership, which ultimately contributed to their spectacular World Cup victory. Due to his outstanding play throughout the competition, the 36-year-old striker ended up with an incredible total of 7 goals and 3 assists, including 2 vital goals in the intense championship match.
Messi not only helped Argentina win its first World Cup since 1986, but he also took home important awards for his exceptional play. He was given the Golden Ball, which recognized him as the greatest player of the competition, and the Silver Boot, which went to the second-best scorer, Kylian Mbappé of the French side.
Messi made a big decision after the World Cup by moving out of Europe and signing with Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami. He has had a major influence since coming, and he was crucial to the team’s first-ever Leagues Cup triumph. In addition, Messi’s outstanding performances on the pitch earned him the prestigious Ballon d’Or for an incredible eighth time during his storied career—a testimony to his outstanding accomplishments in Qatar and beyond.