15.07.2026 16:20
Messi's signed jersey and Shakira's costume will be auctioned for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Proceeds will support an education fund.
Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a special auction will be held to excite football fans. Organized in collaboration with the world's leading auction house Christie's and international aid organization Global Citizen, the online auction will feature many exclusive memorabilia items, including a signed Argentina National Team jersey by Lionel Messi and a costume worn by Shakira at World Cup events.
Organizers aim to raise $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund through the auction proceeds. The fund will support projects aimed at increasing children's access to quality education and football worldwide.
Messi's Signed Jersey Among the Most Sought-After Items
One of the most notable pieces in the auction will be the jersey signed by Argentina's star captain Lionel Messi. The signed jersey of Messi, who topped the goal-scoring race in the tournament, is expected to attract great interest from collectors and receive record bids.
With the auction starting on July 22, football enthusiasts from around the world will engage in fierce competition to own this special item.
USA National Team's Signed Jersey Also on Sale
The auction will not only feature Messi's jersey. The jersey signed by all players of the US National Team, who exited the tournament in the Round of 16, will also await buyers in the online auction.
Shakira's Costume to Meet Collectors
One of the most striking pieces of the event will be the costume of Colombian global star Shakira. It was announced that, alongside the costume worn by the artist in the "Dai Dai" music video, 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, garnered great interest by bringing together world-famous names such as Madonna, BTS, and Justin Bieber. Christie's announced that some special stage equipment used in the show will be revealed in the coming days.
Match Balls Also Featured in the Auction
Another development that will delight football collectors is the official match balls used in the tournament. The match balls used in the first three matches of the World Cup's opening phase will also be included in the auction.
Organizers stated that new and exclusive collection pieces will be added to the sales list in the coming days.
Revenue to Be Used for Children's Education
In a statement by Christie's, it was emphasized that all proceeds from the auction will be evaluated under the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. The fund's aim is to ensure children worldwide have access to quality education, support the development of football, and invest in inclusive education programs.
Auction Will End on July 29
The online auction will start on July 22 and last for 7 days. Those wishing to add special memorabilia that marked football history to their collections can place bids until July 29. Organizers reported that new items to be added to the sales list in the coming days will also be shared with the public.