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Dallaglio Sells 2003 World Cup Medal for £54,000

By Drooid · Oct 16, 2026, 10:42 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Lawrence Dallaglio sold his 2003 World Cup medal for £54,000 at an auction on October 13, 2026.
Twelve memorabilia items fetched £100,500 total.
Ten pieces, including four Premiership medals, failed to sell at Budd’s Northamptonshire auction.
He was declared bankrupt in 2025 after a divorce and must repay a director’s loan over £366,500.
He also owed £423,570 to his defunct company, over £60,000 to liquidators, and about £350,000 to HMRC.

History

Historical Context

During England’s 1990 World Cup run, Paul Gascoigne became a household name, sparking the “Gazzamania” craze. Repeated injuries and mental-health struggles later coincided with tax disputes, including a 2008 petition over a £200,000 bill. His trajectory illustrates how elite British athletes in sport can face severe financial and welfare challenges.

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Story summary

Lawrence Dallaglio sold his 2003 World Cup medal for £54,000 at an auction on October 13, 2026.
Twelve memorabilia items fetched £100,500 total.
Ten pieces, including four Premiership medals, failed to sell at Budd’s Northamptonshire auction.
He was declared bankrupt in 2025 after a divorce and must repay a director’s loan over £366,500.
He also owed £423,570 to his defunct company, over £60,000 to liquidators, and about £350,000 to HMRC.

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