According to the auction website, the final sale price of Messi's six jerseys was $7,803,000.
On December 15, Beijing time, Messi's Qatar World Cup jersey set is being auctioned, and the current price has come to a staggering $6.5 million, which will undoubtedly become another eye-catching event in sports history. The auction will close at 1:01 CT on the 15th, and it is undoubtedly a rare opportunity for many fans and collectors.
This jersey set not only represents Messi's outstanding performance during the Qatar World Cup, but also a precious souvenir, symbolizing his indissoluble bond with the Qatar World Cup. The six jerseys in the set, including those he wore in the group stage, quarter-finals, quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals, each of which carries significant historical significance.
Messi was born on June 24, 1987 in Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina, an Argentine professional footballer, playing as a striker, and currently plays for Miami International Football Club in Major League Soccer, where he also serves as the captain of the team. According to the auction website, the final price was $7,803,000.
Looking back at sports history, the most expensive lot was Michael Jordan's jersey in the NBA Finals in '98-99, which sold for a staggering $10.1 million. In football, the most expensive lot was the shirt worn by Maradona at the 1986 World Cup, which sold for $9.11 million. These two records are enough to prove the value of football and basketball in the field of sports collectibles.
The auction of Messi's Qatar World Cup jersey set once again set a new price record in the sports collection industry. While it is not yet possible to determine the final price of the kit, it will undoubtedly be a fierce battle for the auction. Collectors and fans alike are looking forward to collecting this historic souvenir.
It is worth mentioning that this auction is not only a simple commodity transaction, but also an opportunity for cultural exchange and historical inheritance. Through the auction, we can feel the charm and influence of football, and we can also witness the glorious moments of countless players and teams to be forever treasured.