Football and the World Cup, prominently featured in the new Rafa Nadal Museum

11.06.2026

RNA Editorial.

The legacy of great champions transcends disciplines, which is why the new Rafa Nadal Museum – Inside the Legend is also a tribute to some of the most unforgettable achievements in football history.

Among the most special pieces visitors can discover is the jersey worn by David Villa during the historic 2010 South Africa World Cup final, the match where Spain won its first World Cup thanks to Iniesta’s unforgettable goal in extra time against the Netherlands.

Also on display at the new Rafa Nadal Museum is the jersey with which the Spanish women’s national team won its first World Cup in Sydney in 2023 against England.

Alongside these, the museum exhibits another true gem of world sport: a signed jersey by Diego Armando Maradona, one of the most influential and admired footballers of all time, an eternal symbol of Argentine football and protagonist of some of the most iconic pages in World Cup history.

These and other unique pieces are part of Sports Legends, one of the most emblematic spaces in the new Rafa Nadal Museum. This room brings together unique memorabilia and objects donated by some of the greatest figures in international sports, creating a meeting point between generations and disciplines that have shaped history.

The new Rafa Nadal Museum has become a must-visit for those visiting Mallorca. Through unique objects, interactive experiences, and history-filled memorabilia, Inside the Legend allows visitors to get closer to Rafa Nadal’s figure as well as some of the most exciting moments in world sports. A different way to relive unforgettable feats and discover the stories behind great champions.