The stage outfits worn by BTS during their performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium have raised a total of $300,300 at a prestigious charity auction organized by Christie’s.
Titled “One Goal: An Auction to Benefit the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund,” the online bidding event concluded after a seven-day run, drawing intense interest from collectors across 24 countries.
In total, the auction generated $652,630, with BTS items alone accounting for roughly 46 percent of the grand total.
Leading the sales was a custom Agro Studio shirt worn by member Jimin during the group’s performance of “Dynamite,” which sold for an impressive $110,000.
The winning bid for Jimin’s shirt tied for the single highest price of the entire auction alongside the official 2026 FIFA World Cup final match ball, which also fetched $110,000.
Christie’s had originally estimated each BTS item at between $1,000 and $5,000, but passionate global bidding shattered those preliminary projections.
Reflecting on the record-breaking outcomes, representatives behind the global auction highlighted the widespread impact of the fundraiser:
“The auction raised a total of $652,630 from bidders in 24 countries… with BTS items alone accounting for 46 percent of total proceeds.”
Individual Item Breakdown and Charitable Impact for Global Education
Every stage-worn piece contributed by the seven members significantly surpassed initial pre-auction estimates:
- Jimin: Custom Agro Studio shirt- $110,000
- V: Designer scarf- $46,200
- Jungkook: Performance jacket- $46,200
- Suga: Stage pants- $33,000
- J-Hope: Performance gloves- $28,600
- RM: Stage boots- $19,800
- Jin: Custom belt- $16,500
In comparison to other pop culture and sports memorabilia featured in the event, BTS items consistently outperformed major global figures.
A signed Argentina national team jersey from Lionel Messi (gifted to Shakira) fetched $66,000, while autographed gloves worn by Madonna during the halftime show opening sold for $41,800, and a pair of custom sneakers worn by Justin Bieber brought in $26,400.
All proceeds raised from the auction will be directed entirely to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
The initiative aims to provide children in underserved and underprivileged communities across over 200 countries with direct access to quality educational resources and opportunities to participate in sports programs.
