Description: ADIDAS, ADIDAS HEAT RDY SHIRT RECYCLED POLYESTER JACQUARD, MESH SIZE LARGE SLIM FIT Authentic 100% Lionel Messi Jersey. This is a completely RARE artifact found in this Mint Condition 10/10 state. There is a reason Sotheby’s has the exact jersey(s) currently for auction with the latest bid at $5.5 Million dollars. This luxury piece cannot be bought in stores anymore, and of its rarity have been seen worn in public by famous celebrities. The who’s who of jerseys, in PERFECT condition for those memorabilia collectors interested in owning a truly rare fabric in sports history. “It was amazing. Everything changed for me that day. We finally got what we had dreamed of so much, the thing I’ve wanted for so long in my career. And it finally came at the end.” When Lionel Messi hoisted the FIFA World Cup Trophy above his sweat-soaked head after the 2022 World Cup Final in front of an audience of nearly 1.5 billion people around the world, the moment seemed fit for the coronation of a football deity. On a warm December night at Lusail Stadium in Qatar, there were no comparisons left to make - Messi stood alone atop the mountain. As he recalled after the tournament, “You really can’t explain how it feels: that’s it, it’s over, it worked, I got everything with the national team, just like I always dreamed.” The trophy that had eluded him was the final piece of a gilded trail of feats and accomplishments - Messi had conquered every competition winning 10 LaLiga titles with FC Barcelona, a run that also included 4 Champions League wins, and Copa América and Finalissima trophies with Argentina. He was already the most decorated football player ever after being awarded 8 Ballon d’Ors and countless other individual accolades and records. And with his victory in the FIFA World Cup Final, he had secured his second Golden Ball award as best player of the tournament. The 2022 World Cup meant that Messi’s legacy was no longer up for debate: he was the undisputed greatest player of all time. I am pleased to present a unique Lionel Messi match-authentic, gold accented, iconic light blue and white, vertical striped Argentina shirt from his historic 2022 FIFA World Cup run. Exact specifications of the Lionel Messi jersey’s being sold in auction by Sotheby’s. Museum grade value, brand new mint condition, and preserved with the original Adidas tags. All number + name prints and patches are completely authentic: FIFA issued Argentina threads for the World Cup in Qatar 2022. “There was so much suffering, because there were times when I suffered a lot with the national team, the finals we lost, being so close without it finally happening. I had so much criticism in every way possible. And my family suffered just like me, or even worse.” This World Cup, one that many suspected was his last, was personal. When the realization of victory washed over Messi, he fell to his knees, his face a mix of joy, relief, and disbelief. His teammates rushed to embrace him, knowing they had been part of something truly extraordinary. Di Maria, who Messi had played with since they were young kids understood what it meant to compete alongside the all time great: “For me, being by Leo’s side is everything. He’s the best in the world, an alien, and I won’t get tired of saying it. And I’ll say it again: Playing with Leo is the best thing that has happened to me in my career.” As Messi walked across the stage with the FIFA World Cup trophy to meet his teammates, John Strong aptly narrated the moment to American television audiences: “In this instance, it was the Hollywood ending, it was the perfect finish, it was the beautiful dream coming true. And these scenes will live forever as Lionel Messi and Argentina have won the World Cup!” The image of Messi celebrating with arms outstretched, the World Cup trophy gleaming under the stadium lights, became the most iconic moment in football history. It was a celebration of not just victory but of years of sacrifice, dedication, and unwavering belief in the dream of becoming a World Cup champion! This jersey is an artifact of Messi's legacy. This one specifically symbolizes the culmination of a career filled with hard work, and an undying passion for the beautiful game. Messi's 2022 World Cup journey was about more than just winning; it was about inspiring generations of footballers and fans. In the years to come, this jersey will serve as a reminder of Messi's greatness and the indelible mark he left on the world of football. 100% AUTHENTIC FIFA PATCHES ON THE SLEEVES MATCH DETAIL 100% AUTHENTIC 10 MESSI 100% AUTHENTIC MINT SHIRT ADIDAS SIZE LARGE (L) *Seller’s Note: I, myself, took all of the photos listed on December 8th, 2023.* **BEWARE OF FAKES. Please note the differences in comparing the replicas with replica numbers and lettering, the replicas with authentic numbers and lettering, and the authentic jerseys with replica numbers and lettering. This is the authentic jersey with authentic numbers and lettering. The authentic sleeve patches were acquired by adidas and heat pressed on to the jersey. Should there be a discrepancy about the FIFA logo being inverted black and white, this can be reassured that the patches were bought from the adidas retailer. This item is as match worn as possible to distinguish itself from all counterfeit/replicated versions. I have kept it safeguarded in plastic and stored in a safe place for a year now, and have waited to auction this until I heard of the Sotheby’s auction. I collect sports memorabilia, sports cards, and I love my passion for photography. Should there be any doubts of the validity of the item, feel free to contact me and I will gladly answer any questions you may have. Good luck bidding!** Item currently located in: Los Angeles, California. On Dec-12-23 at 10:02:12 PST, seller added the following information: Messi’s match-worn authentic Argentina shirt, in the iconic white and sky blue, from his historic 2022 FIFA World Cup run. “36 years since Maradona and Mexico. Here, finally, is the nation’s new throne of immortals… Lionel Messi has conquered his final peak. Lionel Messi has shaken hands with Paradise. The little boy from Rosario, Sante Fé has just pitched up in heaven. He climbs into a galaxy of his own. He has his crowning moment… And maybe today there will, of course, always be those who argue, always be those who debate. And the debate could rage on if you like. But as he falls in love with the object in the world that his heart most desired, it is hard to escape the supposition that he has rendered himself today the greatest of all time.” Lionel Messi scored his penalty, Dibu Martinez would save one, France’s Aurélien Tchouaméni would slot his shot wide left, and Gonzalo Montiel would step up to the spot and crown Argentina world champions as Messi fell to his knees in what one can only imagine was an almost debilitating expression of relief and ecstasy. Finally, after the greatest World Cup Final of all time — a game that forced even the most casual of fans to lean in and bear witness — Lionel Messi had his crowning moment. The stakes were staggeringly high, and for that one hour, 1.5 billion people around the world held their breath. On Dec-14-23 at 19:31:39 PST, seller added the following information: THIS IS THE TWO STAR AUTHENTIC RARE JERSEY. ⭐️⭐️ EXTREMELY LOW SUPPLY EVER MADE. DEMAND IS HIGH FOR THESE AS THE TWO STAR ⭐️⭐️VERSION IS THE ORIGINAL AND RARE COLLECTOR’S PIECE. 1/1, one of one. eBay sold this exact jersey, as is, for $15,577 on November 8, 2023. Today the complete set of Messi’s jerseys sold for $7.3 Million USD, making it the 3rd highest jersey sold in the history of sports memorabilia. On Dec-14-23 at 19:36:32 PST, seller added the following information: PLEASE BEWARE OF THE FAKES FROM OTHER COUNTRIES. THIS ITEM SHIPS FROM LOS ANGELES (Marina Del Rey/Venice area).
Price: 10000 USD
Location: Los Angeles, California
End Time: 2024-01-17T02:30:21.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: adidas
Player: Lionel Messi
Sport: Soccer
Officially Licensed: Yes
Size: L
Color: White
Product: Jersey
Team: Argentina AFA
Gender: Men
Country/Region of Manufacture: Jersey
Event/Tournament: FIFA WORLD CUP