Lionel Messi | Match-Issued Boots | 2022 FIFA World Cup | Argentina

- Model: Adidas X Speedportal.1 ‘Leyenda’ - Player: Lionel Messi - Condition: Match Issued - Tournament: 2022 FIFA World Cup (Qatar) - Size: UK8/US8.5 - Soleplate: SG (Custom — Without Carbon) - Made in: Germany (Adidas Athlete Services) - Colourway: Gold Metallic/Cloud White/Pulse Blue - Headline Features: Adidas X Speedportal.1 ‘Leyenda’ special edition boots match issued to the greatest footballer of all time and 8× Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi. Supplied to Messi by Adidas Athlete Services during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where he captained Argentina to immortal glory. Argentina went on to lift the World Cup, with Messi playing a pivotal role throughout the tournament — scoring 7 goals and providing 3 assists. These boots were custom made to measure in Germany, crafted precisely to Messi’s anatomical and performance specifications. Each boot features personalisation of his squad number “10” to the medial side of the upper, alongside the Argentina flag. A stunning, chrome-gold special edition, symbolic of Messi’s crowning moment on the world stage. Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal. - Player Features & Modifications: Custom-Built Athlete Specification:  • Handcrafted in Germany by Adidas Athlete Services, entirely bespoke to Messi’s fit and comfort preferences.  • Noticeably wider forefoot profile than the retail variant to accommodate his natural foot shape. Personalisation Details:  • Left Boot: Features “CIRO 10 03 18” and “ANTO” (his son and wife) to the lateral side.  • Right Boot: Features “THIAGO 02 11 12” and “MATEO 11 09 15” to the lateral side.  • Both boots carry Messi’s number “10” and Argentina flag to the medial side — consistent with his World Cup pairs. Soleplate & Construction:  • Chrome-gold SG soleplate, unavailable to the public — retail models were FG only.  • Custom plastic compound plate used instead of the Carbitex carbon plate seen in retail models, tailored to Messi’s preference for softer flexibility.  • Custom tongue and upper structure, replacing the retail “Burrito” one-piece design for enhanced comfort and access.  • Extensively padded heel interiors with suede-wrapped liners and additional cushioning around the ankle cup.  • Bespoke insoles, thicker and softer than retail versions, lined with black suede for comfort and lockdown. Exclusive Player-Only Edition:  • Messi was the only player permitted by Adidas to wear this special ‘Leyenda’ edition — created exclusively to celebrate his legendary career. - Collector & Investment Significance: A museum-grade artefact from the pinnacle of Lionel Messi’s career — the tournament that immortalised him as football’s greatest ever player. Issued directly to Messi for use during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar — football’s most historic stage. Represents the definitive symbol of Argentina’s World Cup triumph and Messi’s coronation as the undisputed GOAT. Ultra-exclusive, one-player-only issue, with technical construction never released to the public. A once-in-a-lifetime acquisition opportunity for elite collectors — a centrepiece worthy of any museum or private investment portfolio. Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.