After the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a special auction is being held that will excite football fans. In the online auction to be held in cooperation with the world's leading auction house Christie's and the international charity organization Global Citizen, many special souvenirs, including the Argentina National Team jersey signed by Lionel Messi and the costume worn by Shakira at the World Cup events, will be offered for sale.
Organizers aim to raise $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund with the proceeds from the auction. The fund will support projects that aim to increase access to quality education and football for children around the world.
Messi's Signed Jersey is One of the Most Interested Items
One of the most striking items of the auction will be the jersey signed by Lionel Messi, the star captain of the Argentine National Team. The signed jersey of Messi, who is at the top of the top scorer race in the tournament, is expected to attract great interest among collectors and receive record offers.
With the auction starting on July 22, football fans around the world will compete fiercely to own this special piece.
Signed Jersey of the US National Team is Also on Sale
The auction will not only include Messi's jersey. The jerseys signed by all the players of the US National Team, which bid farewell to the tournament in the last 16 rounds, will also be waiting for their buyers in the online auction.
Shakira's Costume Will Meet Collectors
One of the most striking pieces of the event will be the costume of Colombian world star Shakira. In addition to the costume worn by the artist in the "Dai Dai" music video, it was announced that some stage items used in the historic halftime show of the World Cup final will also be put up for sale.
The Global Citizen World Cup Halftime Show, held for the first time this year, attracted great attention by bringing together world famous names such as Madonna, BTS and Justin Bieber. Christie's announced that some of the special stage equipment used in the show will be announced in the coming days.
Match Balls Will Also Be Included in the Auction
Another thing that will please football collectors is the official match balls used in the tournament. Match balls used in the first three matches of the opening period of the World Cup will also be included in the auction.
Organizers stated that new and special collection items will be added to the sales list in the coming days.
Income Will Be Used for Children's Education
In the statement made by Christie's, it was emphasized that all proceeds from the auction will be used within the scope of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The aim of the fund was announced as ensuring that children around the world have access to quality education, supporting the development of football and investing in inclusive education programs.
The online auction will start on July 22 and last for 7 days. Those who want to add special souvenirs that left their mark on football history to their collections will be able to bid until July 29. Organizers stated that new items to be added to the sales list will be shared with the public in the coming days.