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Pelé 1958 World Cup jersey sells for $4.9 million

Published 17 July 2026

A jersey worn by Brazilian football legend Pelé in the 1958 World Cup final has sold for $4.9 million at auction, setting a new record for memorabilia associated with the iconic player. The sale was conducted by Sotheby's in New York, with the auction house announcing the result on Thursday, July 16.

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