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Benjamin Mendy Auctions 2018 World Cup Trophy Replica, Defends Decision
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Benjamin Mendy Auctions 2018 World Cup Trophy Replica, Defends Decision

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • French World Cup winner Benjamin Mendy auctioned a replica of the 2018 trophy for $62,000.
  • Mendy responded to criticism on Snapchat, asserting his ownership of the trophy and his right to do as he pleased with it.
  • He humorously noted that the trophy was taking up too much space in his closet.

Benjamin Mendy, a member of France's 2018 World Cup-winning squad, has put a replica of the coveted trophy up for auction, fetching a significant $62,000 (approximately 54,000 euros). The sale was conducted through "Global Football Auction Part 2," managed by Goldin, an American company specializing in sports memorabilia.

But is it my cup or your cup? By the way, it's mine.

— Benjamin MendyResponding to criticism about auctioning his World Cup trophy replica.

The decision to auction the trophy replica sparked reactions, prompting Mendy to address the criticism directly on his Snapchat account. In a characteristic display of his personality, Mendy asserted his ownership, stating, "But is it my cup or your cup? By the way, it's mine." He further emphasized his prerogative, adding, "It's my cup, I do whatever I want with it."

It's my cup, I do whatever I want with it.

— Benjamin MendyAsserting his ownership and right to sell the trophy replica.

Mendy also injected a dose of humor into the situation, joking about the practicalities of keeping the large trophy. "And besides, it was taking up a lot of space in the closet," he quipped, suggesting a practical reason for parting with the memorabilia. The sale and his subsequent remarks highlight a unique intersection of athletic achievement, financial decisions, and public commentary.

And besides, it was taking up a lot of space in the closet.

— Benjamin MendyAdding a humorous reason for auctioning the trophy.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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