The ultimate piece of Lionel Messi memorabilia is going up for auction – and you can actually own it

After a spectacular last at the Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022, Argentina thrived over France on charges, protecting their very first World Cup win in 36 years – lastly crowning Lionel Messi’s famous profession.

The psychological events that followed produced a few of the most long-lasting images in modern-day sports history, none more popular than Messi being raised above the crowd, like Diego Maradona before him, kissing and raising the FIFA World Cup prize.

That image went on to end up being the most-liked post in the history of Instagram.World Cup reproduction prize kissed by Lionel Messi increases for action

The prize at the centre of that record-breaking post wasn’t the main FIFA variation. It was in fact a premium reproduction that had actually made its method from the stands down onto the pitch. And now, that piece of distinct footballing souvenirs is going under the hammer at auction.

At a landmark occasion for sports collectors, Richmond Auctions has actually revealed that this well-known reproduction prize will heading their inaugural Sports Memorabilia Auction on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Throughout the post-match events in Qatar, this particular prize was passed from champ to promote for 45 minutes. It became part of the Argentina group’s jubilating and was even signed by 8 members of the team before the night ended.

The product’s tradition boasts the autographs of last goalscorer Angel Di Maria, together with Lautaro Martinez, Leandro Paredes, and Guido Rodriguez.

At auction, the winning bidder will likewise get a 2022 Panini Instant Lionel Messi # 118 FIFA World Cup Qatar card, perfectly graded as a PSA 10 GEM MINT. The card catches Messi holding the reproduction prize, connecting the physical collectible to the minute it celebrates.

The larger auction functions over 360 lots, consisting of an extremely desirable 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card and an unusual 1-of-10 Michael Jordan sign card. For football fans and souvenirs collectors, the opportunity to own the golden reward raised and kissed by Messi in his grandest hour is an amazing chance.

The auction is set up to start at 4:00 pm GMT on November 7. To see the reproduction and register to quote, go to Richmond Auctions