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Originally published by KBC SportsJuly 21, 2026
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Pele’s 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m, becoming priciest piece of his memorabilia ever
The shirt Pele wore when he scored twice to help Brazil lift its first World Cup in 1958 has sold at auction for $4.9m, Sotheby's announced on Thursday, making it the most expensive piece of Pele memorabilia ever sold...
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Pele's iconic shirt from Brazil's triumphant 1958 World Cup final has sold for a staggering $4.9 million, setting a new record for his memorabilia. The sale at Sotheby's highlights the enduring legacy of the football legend.
- The shirt was worn by Pele when he was 17, scoring twice to secure Brazil's first World Cup title.
- The auction attracted multiple bidders, demonstrating strong demand for historical sports artifacts.
- This sale significantly surpasses its previous price of approximately $105,600 in 2004.
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