Pelé's iconic blue No 10 shirt from the 1958 World Cup final is expected to become one of the most expensive football artefacts ever sold after being put up for auction. The Brazilian was 17 when he scored two goals in the 5-2 win over Sweden to secure the Seleção's first World Cup title.
The shirt, which is expected to fetch £4.5m, will be auctioned off by Sotheby's in New York in July. According to Sotheby's, the shirt is one of the most iconic and valuable football artefacts in the world, and its sale is expected to set a new record for a football memorabilia item.
Pelé's World Cup win in 1958 was a defining moment in Brazilian football history, and the shirt is a rare and highly sought-after piece of memorabilia. The sale of the shirt is expected to be highly competitive, with football collectors and enthusiasts from around the world bidding for the chance to own a piece of history.
The 1958 World Cup was a groundbreaking tournament for Brazil, as it marked the country's first World Cup title. The Seleção, led by the legendary Pelé, defeated Sweden 5-2 in the final, with Pelé scoring two goals in the match.
The sale of Pelé's 1958 World Cup final shirt is a significant moment for football collectors and enthusiasts, and it is expected to be highly popular with fans around the world.