NEW RECORD: Maradona's "Hand of God" Shirt Sells for £7.1 Million
Update - May 4th: The auction has finished and the shirt worn by Diego Maradona in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England is now officially the most expensive football shirt of all time. The winning bid came in at a whopping £7,142,500 (US$8.924.589).
Update - April 22nd: The auction of Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" shirt started on Thursday the 20th of April, and someone has already met the reserve of £4 million. It was the first, and so far only bid on the shirt, but there is still plenty of time for others to get in on the act and drive the price up before the lot closes at 5:01pm on the 5th of May.
As the reserve has been met, the shirt will definitely be sold, so we are now sure that there is a new most expensive shirt in history, easily surpassing the previous record of £157,750 paid for Pele's 1970 World Cup final jersey. It will be interesting to see if any more bids come in and just how much the shirt will go for.
Original:Diego Maradona’s match-worn shirt from Argentina’s game against England in the 1986 World Cup is to be sold at auction at Sotheby's. Sotheby's expect the winning bid to be in excess of £4 million, which would make it by far the most expensive shirt ever.
£157,750: Pele's 1970 World Cup final shirt is the most expensive shirt to date
As things stand the No. 10 shirt worn by Brazil legend Pele during the 1970 World Cup final, which was bought at Christie's, London on March 27, 2002, for £157,750 ($225,109), is the most expensive shirt ever sold, a record Pele will probably not be too happy about losing to his old rival Maradona.
Maradona’s “Hand of God” Shirt to be sold at auction
The blue Argentina away kit worn in that quarter-final is of course best known for the feats accomplished by Diego Maradona as he scored probably the two most iconic goals in World Cup history. The first was an astonishing run from inside his own half where he skipped past four England defenders before rounding the goalkeeper and slotting the ball home. The second was the infamous “Hand of God” where he punched the ball into the England net with his fist tucked in close to his head.
The shirt will go to auction at 6 pm on the 20th of April
After the game, England’s Steve Hodge tried to swap shirts with Maradona, only to seemingly miss his chance. Fortunately for him - and whoever buys the shirt at auction - he got a second bite at the cherry after giving a tv interview:
Hodge loaned the shirt to the National Football Museum in 2002 and it has remained on display there since. Hodge had this to say:
“The Hand of God shirt has deep cultural meaning to the football world, the people of Argentina, and the people of England, and I’m certain that the new owner will have immense pride in owning the world’s most iconic football shirt.”
Very rare and never sold: Origins of the shirt
Being associated with such huge moments is enough to make the shirt a part of football folklore, and of course, the rarity of the blue away kit adds even more to its status. The shirt was never available to buy for quite an unusual reason, and the only ones in existence were prepared for that particular match.
Argentina went to the World Cup in Mexico with a set of blue cotton away shirts, which they wore against Uruguay. The combination of the heavy material and the scorching Mexican sun meant that the players were very hot during the game. To avoid his players overheating against England, Argentina manager Carlos Bilardo sent coach Ruben Moschella to find an alternative shirt three days before the match.
Moschella browsed the sports shops in Mexico City and came back with two options, both blue Le Coq Sportif shirts, which were deemed to be of similar weight. They were having trouble deciding which one to go for until Maradona himself arrived and said:
“That’s a nice shirt, we’ll beat England in that.”
El Diego had of course chosen the now-famous shiny-striped shirt with the deep, white v neck and cuffs, and a large Le Coq Sportif logo on the right of the chest. AFA badges were then stitched onto the shirts, but they had to use the only ones available, which were an older design and therefore different from the ones they had worn until then in the tournament.
The shirt numbers applied were intended for American football shirts and were silver with a sparkly texture.
Argentina took to the field of the Estadio Azteca and did as Maradona had said they would do, beating England in that shirt. A real piece of football history with so many layers to it, it’s probably fair to say that Maradona’s number 10 shirt from that game is deserving of the title of most expensive shirt ever sold.
The shirt will go to auction at 6 pm on the 20th of April on sothebys.com.
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AS Roma 26-27 Away Kit Spotted on Sale Early
The AS Roma 26-27 away kit has been spotted on retail store shelves ahead of its official release. Photos taken directly from store racks reveal the full design of the new shirt prior to its planned launch later this week. Big thanks to @oDoYaN244.
Made by Adidas, the jersey features an ecru off-white base complemented by a bold yellow and red horizontal band across the chest. Positioned centrally over the band is Roma's historic crest used between 1945 and 1949. A red Adidas Trefoil logo is placed above the chest stripe, matching the trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs. Additional details include red Three Stripes along the shoulders and a back collar sign-off featuring the text ROMA CHIAMÒ along with a vintage ASR monogram.
The official release is scheduled for August 8.
Diplo Spotted Wearing Unreleased Chicago Fire 2026 Third Kit
American DJ and producer Diplo has been spotted wearing the unreleased Chicago Fire 26-27 third kit during a DJ set at Sound-Bar in Chicago over Lollapalooza weekend. The unexpected appearance gives supporters a full, clear look at the upcoming Adidas jersey prior to its official launch. Bi
The Chicago Fire 26-27 third shirt features a predominantly white base centered around a broad navy blue horizontal chest stripe bordered by thin red lines. White CHICAGO lettering is positioned prominently across the front chest band. The modern Chicago Fire crest sits on the left side of the chest opposite a navy Adidas logo, while navy three stripes run along the shoulders and matching red and navy detailing trims the collar and sleeve cuffs.
The club is scheduled to officially reveal the 26-27 third kit around mid-August 2026, with the team expected to wear the new uniform on the pitch for the first time on August 16.
Accidental Teaser: Schalke 26-27 Away Kit Spotted in Background of Official Photo
FC Schalke 04 fans have spotted what appears to be an accidental teaser of the club's upcoming 26-27 away kit in an official photo featuring forward Edin Džeko. In the background of a locker room image, eagle-eyed supporters noticed the edge of an unreleased jersey hanging on the left side and reflected in the mirror. The visible section shows a white base with dark blue shoulder sections and white Adidas Three Stripes running along the top. Big thanks to @hxnnes04
This subtle leak aligns closely with information surrounding Schalke's 26-27 away strip. Produced by Adidas, the jersey is expected to embrace a classic retro theme inspired by historical kit designs from the late 1980s. Key features rumored for the white away shirt include a traditional polo or V-neck collar, the iconic Adidas Trefoil logo, and a vintage Schalke crest.
While Schalke have already presented their new home jersey and vibrant green third kit for the 26-27 campaign, the retro away shirt has not yet been officially released. Its presence in the background of official promotional media indicates that marketing shoots are complete and that a formal launch from the club should take place soon.
FC Lugano 26-27 Away Kit Released
Swiss Super League club FC Lugano and technical partner Erreà have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The release completes the team's alternative wardrobe for the upcoming campaign, following the launch of their third shirt earlier in the summer.
The Erreà FC Lugano 26-27 away jersey features a clean all-white design elevated by crisp black accents. A subtle tonal V-pattern is woven into the fabric across the shoulders and sleeves, offering a refined nod to the traditional chevron associated with the club. Black piping outlines the raglan sleeve seams, complemented by a black collar section, sleeve cuff trim, and monochrome black partner logos.
Inside the collar, the jersey bears the club motto VERITÀ - CHIAREZZA - PRESTAZIONE (Truth - Clarity - Performance). The full kit is completed by matching white shorts and white socks, and is now available via the official club webshop.
AlbinoLeffe 26-27 Home Kit Released
Acerbis and AlbinoLeffe have officially unveiled the new home jersey for the 26-27 season, to be worn in the upcoming Serie C campaign.
The shirt draw inspiration from their home ground AlbinoLeffe Stadium, using a refined interplay of triangles on the traditional sky blue base. The bottom of the jersey features a stylized representation of the stadium's logo, which in 2026 celebrates its fifth anniversary.
What are your thoughts about AlbinoLeffe 26-27 home kit from Acerbis? Let us know in the comments.
Intercity 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Segunda Federación side Intercity have officially introduced their new home and away kits, made by Hummel and to be used in the upcoming 26-27 season.
The home kit features a traditional black base, combined with yellow accents and brushstroke-like graphic across the chest. The design uses yellow V-shaped collar with matching sleeve cuffs. The away kit share the identical look, but features yellow as main color and black details.
What are your thoughts about Intercity 26-27 home and away kits from Hummel? Let us know in the comments.
Real Jaén 26-27 Away Kit Released
Spanish Primera Federación club Real Jaén have officially unveiled the 2026-27 away kit. Made by Macron, the new shirt pays tribute to one of the city's most cherished religious traditions, drawing inspiration from the robes of Nuestro Padre Jesús, known locally as El Abuelo de Jaén.
The Macron Real Jaén 2026-27 away shirt features a rich purple base with gold detailing inspired by the ornamental robe of Nuestro Padre Jesús (El Abuelo de Jaén). Rooted in local tradition, the design celebrates the club's identity and pays tribute to its heritage and origins.
What do you think of the new Real Jaén 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Manchester United Announce Record Betway Training Kit Partnership
Manchester United have officially announced a multi-year partnership with Betway, making the online gaming brand the club's new Official Principal Partner and Exclusive Global Betting Partner starting from the 26-27 season. As part of the agreement, the Betway logo will feature across the training kit for both the men's and women's teams, as well as around Old Trafford on matchdays.
Reported to be worth around £20 million per season, the deal represents the biggest standalone training kit sponsorship in world football history. Manchester United had gone without a main training wear sponsor during the 25-26 season following the expiration of their previous deal with Tezos in June 2025.
The announcement comes into effect as Premier League regulations prohibiting gambling companies on the front of matchday shirts begin in the 26-27 season. Since the ban does not extend to training apparel or sleeve sponsorships, Manchester United were able to secure lucrative commercial terms while fully adhering to the league's updated guidelines.
UD San Fernando 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish Tercera Federación side UD San Fernando has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 26-27 season, made by adidas. The Canary Islands club enters the new campaign with a striking look alongside new main sponsor Chatur Hotels & Resorts.
The adidas UD San Fernando 26-27 home jersey combines the club's traditional blue base with white upper chest paneling and sleeves. A refined gold trim accentuates the V-shaped chevron across the front, complemented by a gold collar, a gold adidas logo, and blue Three Stripes running along the shoulders. A distinctive gold and blue dot graphic fans out from the central club crest, adding a custom feel to the design.
Blue shorts and matching socks complete the full kit. The launch follows the club's official announcement of Chatur Hotels & Resorts Group as the primary kit sponsor for the 26-27 season.
Bold Nike Paris Saint-Germain Lifestyle Shirt Leaked
Official images of an upcoming Paris Saint-Germain lifestyle shirt have leaked, revealing an eye-catching retro lifestyle shirt set to release soon. Retailing for $85, the top is part of Nike's expanding lineup that blends streetwear culture with classic pitch aesthetics. The piece features a relaxed, oversized silhouette crafted from a shiny polyester fabric inspired by 1990s football shirt designs.
The jersey boasts a striking pink and dark purple-black gradient pattern with vertical stripes running down the front and back. A contrasting black collar and matching sleeve cuffs feature fine white piping details. The chest displays a monochrome Paris Saint-Germain crest on the left side, a white Nike Swoosh on the right, and a prominent PARIS text logo placed above an inverted PANAME graphic, referencing the famous nickname for the French capital. A smaller patch with the same branding is situated on the upper back collar.