LONDON (AP) — Sotheby's is set to auction off six shirts worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina's winning run at last year's soccer World Cup in Qatar and thinks they could become the most valuable collection of sports memorabilia ever sold at potentially more than $10 million.
In defeating France in a penalty shootout after a 3-3 draw at Lusail Stadium, Argentina won its third World Cup.
Sotheby’s, which was founded in London in 1744, will offer Messi’s shirts between Nov. 30 and Dec. 14.
A free exhibition at the company's New York headquarters will allow the public to see the shirts during the bidding dates.
Winning, and lifting, the World Cup last year meant Messi emulated the feat of Maradona in 1986, the second time Argentina won the trophy.
Persons:
Lionel Messi, Argentina's, Messi, Michael Jordan’s, Diego Maradona, Maradona, Sant Joan de Déu, Leo Messi, Pele, That's
Organizations:
France, Lusail, Argentina, U.S, England, UNICAS, Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona Children’s Hospital, Leo Messi Foundation, Inter Miami, MLS, Barcelona, European Champions League
Locations:
Qatar, New York, Argentina, London, York, Sotheby's, Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona