The World Cup 2026 Auction
Moments That Made Nations
Valuation Day: Sheffield Wednesday F.C., 19th November 2025
Join us at Hillsborough Stadium, Sheffield Wednesday F.C. between 2pm - 8pm, 19th November, as we continue our search for iconic sporting memorabilia, hunting for exceptional items and collections related to the FIFA World Cup. Bring along your memorabilia for our specialists to value for free.
We also have a Q&A with special guest - Melvyn Sterland, former professional footballer who played for England, Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United.
On show will be items already consigned, from Peter Shilton’s 1986, Hand of God match-worn shirt, Pele’s 1958 World Cup Winners medal to Alan Ball’s 1966 match-worn final winning shirt.
We are searching for the exceptional
Budd’s World Cup 2026 Auction is set to become the largest and most prestigious World Cup memorabilia auction series in history.
Timed to coincide with the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026, this landmark event will unite collectors, fans, and institutions from around the globe through a series of themed auctions celebrating the most iconic moments in football.
We are now open for accepting auction entries — we’re actively seeking world-class items from every era of the World Cup. Whether you're a collector, player, or institution, this is your chance to be part of football history.
60 years since England’s historic World Cup victory
With 2026 marking 60 years since England’s historic World Cup victory in 1966 and 40 years since the infamous ‘Hand of God’ goal in 1986, the timing could not be more significant. From match-worn shirts and official match balls to winner’s medals, rare tickets, and personal items from the game’s greatest legends, each item tells a story of passion, triumph, and legacy. Running throughout the tournament (June 11 – July 19), the series will feature VIP viewing events, a flagship exhibition in the United States, and a high-profile launch at the National Football Museum.
Highlight lots
- Pele – A Continental gold 1958 World Cup Winners medal
- Gordon Banks – A Continental gold 1966 World Cup Winners medal
- Peter Shilton grey and blue No.1 England v. Argentina 'Hand of God' match worn goalkeepers shirt
- Peter Shilton blue cap covering all 1986 World Cup Qualifying and World Cup Tournament appearances
- Alan Ball red No.7 England v. West Germany 1966 World Cup Match worn long-sleeve shirt
- Martin Peters red No.16 England v. West Germany 1966 World Cup spare long-sleeved shirt
- Complete Set of 1966 World Cup ticket stubs for all 32 matches played in the 1966 World Cup Finals in England
Coming Soon
We’ve been working behind the scenes on something special, and it’s almost time to share it with the world. A bold new look, a fresh new chapter. Stay tuned, because the big reveal is just around the corner. Watch this space... August 2025.
