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Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m
BBC World News·July 16, 2026·1 min read
A shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final has sold for $4.9m (£3.6m) at a Sotheby's auction in New York. The sale highlights the enduring value of sports memorabilia from legendary figures. The auction house did not disclose the buyer's identity.
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