A historic Union Jack flag that flew above England’s 1966 World Cup win is up for auction. The flag, which was displayed above Wembley Stadium during the 1966 FIFA World Cup Finals, is expected to fetch more than $5,000.
A Piece of Football History
The flag is part of the collection of Birol Nadir, a former minority shareholder of Arsenal Football Club. Nadir said, ‘The 1966 World Cup remains the defining moment in English football history, and the Union Jack that flew above Wembley throughout the tournament is a powerful symbol of that achievement.’
The auction, which is being held by New Jersey-based auctioneers Goldin, also features the football jersey worn by Bobby Moore in his final World Cup appearance. The jersey is listed with bidding to start at $100,000.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
