Top 10 Most Expensive Football NFTs Ever Sold
The world of digital art and collectibles has risen exponentially since the arrival of NFTs. NFTs or non-fungible tokens are created using the same program used for cryptocurrencies, providing a digital alternative to physical collectibles. The impact and influence of NFTs has grown tremendously in recent years.
This influence was seen in the world of football as many football NFTs were produced and sold at exceptional prices. Here’s a look at the 10 most expensive NFTs in the world of football.
10. Paul Pogba ($92,941)
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is one of the most popular footballers in the world. His style on and off the pitch has helped him gain many fans worldwide. The Frenchman is also a World Cup winner, winning the trophy with France in 2018 where he scored a goal in the final. The former Manchester United man’s Sorare Unique sold for $92,491 in 2021.
9. Antoine Griezmann ($110,668)
Griezmann was also a World Cup winner alongside Paul Pogba. The Frenchman was a silver boot winner at the 2018 World Cup. The striker was Atletico Madrid’s main man for many years before joining FC Barcelona. The 31-year-old is currently back at Atletico Madrid on loan from Barcelona. Griezmann’s ‘1 of 1 Unique Sorare’ sold for $110,668 in 2021.
8. Vinicius Junior ($114,634)
Vinicius Junior is quickly making his mark in the world of football. The youngster is one of Real Madrid’s main men in the current team, which says a lot in itself. The Brazilian winger scored the winning goal in the 2022 Champions League final, helping Real Madrid lift the trophy for a record 14th time. As one of the most promising youngsters of our time, it is no wonder that his NFT went for so much money. His ‘1/1 Unique Sorare’ sold for $114,634.
7. Cristiano Ronaldo ($120,685)
Spoiler alert – this isn’t the only time Cristiano Ronaldo will be on this list. One of his ‘Wrapped Sticker iconics’ NFTs was sold for $120,685. The Portuguese is arguably the most popular soccer player in the world and is also one of the most popular athletes in history. There are many NFTs based on the Manchester United striker who are in huge demand worldwide.
6. Lionel Messi ($128,512)
The only footballer on Ronaldo’s level is Lionel Messi, and the two rivals compete in everything – from quality on the pitch to popularity off it. 13 Lionel Messi Iconics NFTs were made, one of which sold for $128,512. This is one of the most expensive Lionel Messi based NFTs in the world. However, it is not the most expensive.
5. Mohamed Salah ($141,560)
Mohamed Salah has been central to Liverpool’s recent success. The Egyptian has won three Premier League Golden Boot and also holds the record for most Premier League goals scored in a single season. The winger has also helped his country qualify for back-to-back World Cups. Furthermore, the Liverpool striker’s ‘Wrapped Strikers on Opensea NFT’ sold for $141,560 following his memorable hat-trick against Manchester United in 2021.
4. Kevin De Bruyne ($167,469)
Kevin De Bruyne is considered one of the best footballers at the moment. The Manchester City midfielder has won four Premier League titles. At the same time, he has won five league cups along with two Premier League player of the season awards. The Belgian’s ‘1/1 Unique Sorare Card’ sold for $167,469 back in 2021.
3. Cristiano Ronaldo ($265,275)
The Cristiano Ronaldo ‘Unique 1 of 1’ Sorare card is the most expensive Cristiano Ronaldo NFT in the world. It shows the Portuguese forward in a Juventus kit. Ronaldo is the most popular footballer in the word when it comes to social media followers and his popularity played a big role in building up the cost of NFT. The Sorare card ‘Unique 1 of 1’ sold for $265,275
2. Erling Haaland ($687,000)
Erling Haaland is one of the best strikers in the world. The 22-year-old is expected to become one of the world’s best footballers. Haaland’s newfound fame saw him dislodge Cristiano Ronaldo’s unique card from being the most expensive NFT at Sorare. Earlier this year, his unique Sorare sold for $687,000. Finally, the 22-year-old’s popularity in football has increased more after joining Premier League champions Manchester City.
1. Lionel Messi ($1,128,815)
Finally, (like so many other facts) the tag of the most expensive football NFT belongs to Lionel Messi. The Argentine is arguably the best player to ever play this sport. Overall, the six-time Ballon d’Or winner is one of the most decorated footballers in the world, and Messi’s 1/1 NFT dubbed “The Golden One” was sold for a price estimated at around $1.2 million, making that of the only football NFT to cross one million dollars.
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