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Christie's and Global Citizen have opened 'One Goal: An Auction to Benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund,' an online-only sale running July 22-29, 2026. The auction features the official match ball from the 2026 World Cup final, along with opening-game balls from other matches. Signed jerseys include Lionel Messi's 2022 Argentina shirt, a USMNT jersey, and shirts from David Beckham, Alphonso Davies, and Santiago Giménez. Items worn during the first-ever World Cup Final Halftime Show on July 19 are also offered, including garments from all seven BTS members (RM's boots, J-Hope's gloves, Jin's belt, Suga's pants, V's scarf, Jimin's custom 7 jersey, and Jung Kook's jacket), Madonna's fingerless gloves, Justin Bieber's sneakers, Chris Martin's handwritten lyrics, and Shakira's outfit from the 'Dai Dai' music video. A soccer ball signed by all halftime show performers is also available. Every lot opens at $100 without reserve. Proceeds support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which has raised approximately $60 million toward a $100 million target, distributing grants to 58 organizations across 20 countries.
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As tens of thousands of fans petition FIFA to replay the 2026 World Cup final match, those seeking a physical piece of the historic game can now bid on exclusive items through a new charity auction.
Auction Details
On Wednesday, July 22, Christie’s and Global Citizen launched “One Goal: An Auction to Benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund” — an online-only sale running through July 29. Every lot is offered without reserve, with bidding starting at $100, marking a notably accessible entry point for the 260-year-old auction house and signaling a desire to reach fans of all kinds. At press time, several items remain at the $100 mark.
Match Balls and Signed Jerseys
Up for auction:
- The official match ball used in the 2026 World Cup final
- Opening-game balls, including:
- The ball from the June 11 match at Estadio Azteca (Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0)
- The Toronto opener (Canada tied Bosnia & Herzegovina 1–1)
- The Los Angeles opening game ball (United States defeated Paraguay 4–1)
- Signed jerseys, including:
- Lionel Messi’s 2022 Argentina home shirt
- A United States Men’s National Team jersey
- Shirts signed by international stars such as David Beckham, Alphonso Davies, and Santiago Giménez
Halftime Show Memorabilia
Alongside Global Citizen producing the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on July 19, Christie’s is offering pieces worn onstage that day as individual lots. Items were lent by performers Madonna, Coldplay, Justin Bieber, and BTS. All seven members of BTS donated one garment each.
Items from BTS Members
| Member | Item | |--------|------| | RM | Boots | | J-Hope | Gloves | | Jin | Belt | | Suga | Pants | | V | Scarf | | Jimin | Custom 7 jersey | | Jung Kook | Jacket |
Items from Other Performers
- Madonna’s fingerless gloves
- Justin Bieber’s Skylark sneakers
- Chris Martin’s handwritten lyrics to “We Dance” and setlist
- Shakira’s outfit from the music video for “Dai Dai” — the official anthem of this year’s tournament, which she also performed at both the Halftime Show and the Opening Game in Mexico City
Special Item
A soccer ball bearing the names of all participating artists alongside Halftime Show conductor Gustavo Dudamel is also available.
Beneficiary
Proceeds go to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is working toward a $100 million target. The fund reports raising approximately $60 million so far, distributing grants to 58 community organizations across 20 countries.
To view all items and place a bid, visit Christie’s online website.
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Forbes - BusinessWestern
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