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Which football jersey has been sold for the most amount of money?
The world of football memorabilia is fascinating, especially when it comes to the most expensive football shirts ever sold. These shirts not only represent moments of sports history but also the legacy of legendary players.
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Here's a detailed look at the top five most expensive football shirts sold:
5. 1990 Match-Worn East Germany Shirt
The fifth spot is held by a relatively less expensive but historically significant shirt.
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This match-worn East Germany shirt from a 1990 friendly match against Scotland sold for £1,250.
4. Sir Geoff Hurst's England World Cup-winning shirt from 1966
England's 1966 World Cup hero, Sir Geoff Hurst, wore this shirt during the final against West Germany.
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His hat-trick in the match propelled England to their first and only World Cup win, with the shirt selling for £91,750.
3. Pele's 1970 World Cup Brazil shirt
This shirt, worn by Pele during the 1970 World Cup final, fetched £157,750 at auction.
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The Brazilian legend's performance in the final, where his side beat Italy, greatly contributed to the value of this iconic shirt.
2. Lionel Messi's 2022 World Cup match-worn shirts
Next is a collection of six shirts worn by Lionel Messi during the 2022 World Cup.
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These shirts, including those from the Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final, were collectively bid at £6.18 million, narrowly missing the price tag of the number one on the list.
1. Diego Maradona's 1986 ‘Hand of God’ shirt
Topping the list is the shirt worn by Diego Maradona during the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal against England. Famous for the "Hand of God" goal, this shirt was sold for a staggering $9.5 million, making it the most expensive football shirt ever sold.
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It's important to note that these football shirts are more than just sports apparel; they are symbols of historical moments and the legacies of the players who wore them. Their high auction prices reflect their significance in football history and the emotional connection fans and collectors have with these iconic items.
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