PELÉ 1958 WORLD CUP SHIRT HEADS TO AUCTION

A Brazil shirt worn by Pelé during the 1958 World Cup final is set to go under the hammer, with bidding expected to reach £4.5 million. The number 10 jersey dates from the tournament held in Sweden. The shirt represents one of the most significant items of football memorabilia to come to market.

Pelé wore the number 10 shirt throughout the 1958 World Cup, the tournament in which Brazil claimed their first world title. Brazil defeated Sweden 5–2 in the final, with Pelé scoring twice. He was making his World Cup debut at that tournament, and the victory launched his status as the defining figure in world football. The shirt has been held privately until its consignment for sale.

A confirmed sale at or near the £4.5 million estimate would place the item among the most valuable pieces of sports memorabilia ever sold at auction. The sale adds to a growing market for football artifacts tied to historically significant matches. No buyer details or auction house sale date have been confirmed in available reporting.