Christie's announced on July 22 (local time) that it is hosting an online charity auction titled "ONE GOAL" on its official website through July 29. Organized in partnership with Global Citizen to commemorate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the initiative will donate all proceeds to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to expand access to education and sports for children in underserved communities—a mission that also reflects the core message behind the historic World Cup Halftime Show featuring BTS.
Among the auction's highlights are the seven costume pieces and accessories worn by the BTS members during their Halftime Show performance at MetLife Stadium, including Jungkook's jacket, Jimin's T-shirt, V's scarf, Jin's belt, SUGA's pants, RM's boots, and j-hope's gloves. The auction also features an impressive collection of memorabilia from global stars, including Lionel Messi's autographed Argentina national team jersey, the official match ball from the FIFA World Cup Final, Madonna's gloves, Justin Bieber's sneakers, the outfit Shakira wore in her "Dai Dai" music video,...
Although every item opened with a starting bid of just $100, it came as little surprise that prices skyrocketed within only two days. Most notably, one of BTS's seven items has emerged as the most sought-after piece in the auction, commanding an astonishing bid that has even surpαѕѕed Messi's signed jersey. The item is Jimin's football-inspired No. 7 T-shirt—the same number worn by Son Heung-min and also a symbolic number representing BTS!
According to the latest update, bidding for Jimin's shirt has already reached $14,000, despite the auction still having six days remaining. The current bid is more than double that of the autographed jersey from football legend Lionel Messi, which was signed for Shakira and currently stands at around $5,500. At present, Jimin's shirt is competing directly with the official match ball from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final to become the highest-priced item in the entire auction.
Indeed, the staggering bid comes as little surprise considering the immense global buzz Jimin generated during the World Cup Halftime Show. His performance alongside BTS captivated au∂ιєnces worldwide, earning explosive reactions from both the general public and celebrities alike. Commanding the stage with powerful high notes, flawless choreography, and striking visuals, Jimin left countless viewers scrambling to find out the identity of "the blond guy" immediately after the show.
Celebrities also couldn't stop talking about him. Before the Halftime Show began, Billboard News host Tetris Kelly excitedly posted on X, "JIMIN AND MADONNA COMINGGGG!!!!" Meanwhile, supermodel Gisele—who has openly expressed her admiration for Jimin—attended the event in person and shared a video of his performance on her Instagram Story with the playful caption, "I'm here to cheer for my 'husband.'"
Popular streamer IShowSpeed, who has more than 58 million YouTube subscribers, reacted with an astonished "Yo!" during his livestream while immediately turning his camera toward the giant LED screen the moment Jimin's voice rang through the stadium. Another well-known streamer, Neon, repeatedly shouted, "OH MY GOD, JIMIN! JIMIN!" after hearing Jimin's soaring high notes and later spotting him walking backstage following the performance.
Jimin also won hearts with a touching offstage moment involving the children of New York City's PS22 Chorus. After the event had ended and the other performers had already left, Jimin stayed behind to chat with the children, gently patting them on the head and even hugging each one as they gathered around him. He encouraged them, praised their performance, and expressed his appreciation for their support. The heartwarming interaction quickly spread across social media, prompting comments such as, "Jimin is like the Pied Piper," and "Jimin, you're so sweet."
Now, days after the historic World Cup Halftime Show, Jimin's impact continues to resonate. The staggering bid for his stage-worn shirt serves as yet another testament to the K-pop superstar's extraordinary global influence, leaving fans in αωє as they remarked:
- If only they get Jimin to sign it, it will go up faster and crazier. The Jimin effect!
- Omg Jimin's impact is insane. And whoever the people are that are bidding. Jimin would be so proud of you. Because all of the proceeds go towards an important and worthy cause. You nice! Keep going!
- 6 days remaining but it's already $14k. JIMIN EFFECT always impresses through actions and it's soмєтнing very satisfying to observe
- Still can’t get over this no wonder dior loves jimin down if his fans spend this much money casually
- Mind you, that final game ball initial bid is 15k but nobody has place one yet! That's crazy
- Jimin has completely pulled away from everyone. I'm scared to refresh page again cuz it'll jump another $1000 before I can even blink
- Who're u people? Are y'all secretly billionaires? This bid went from $2K → $13K...& now it's $ 14K. We still hv time left in auction & u're alredy throwing around this kind of money
- Congratulations Global Superstar Park Jimin! Perfect, amazing, wonderful, magnificent, extraordinary, unique artist
- Is this the biggest lot in history? Or just among FIFA? For whatever, Jimin's impact is so insane. He even appeared about 1 mins in the final show
