Marco Verratti, Jorginho, and Nicolò Barella
Midfielders (Central, Defensive, and Attacking variants). Known as the 'Midfield Engine'. · Italy National Football Team (Azzurri)
Panini Adrenalyn XL UEFA Euro 2020 Official Trading Card Game #444
Year & Era
2020/21 — Panini Adrenalyn XL Euro 2020 Era. Modern Trading Card Game era.
Card Type
Multiple / Midfield Engine Subset - Gold/Foil Insert
Grade
6.0 (EX) estimated due to visible surface wear and bottom edge damage.
Rarity
Common Insert. These cards were frequently pulled from retail booster packs during the Euro 2020 tournament cycle.
Overall Assessment
This card is a great piece of Italian football history representing their European championship win, but due to its condition and mass-market nature, it is best suited for personal collections rather than investment portfolios.
Condition Grade
6.0 (EX) estimated due to visible surface wear and bottom edge damage.
Centering Assessment
Front: 60/40 Right-to-Left; the gold borders show uneven spacing. Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Good. Visible scratches on the bottom center and right-side foil surface. Notable glare from the protective sleeve prevents full assessment.
Corner Condition
Fair to Good. Bottom left and bottom right corners show significant softening and chipping of the foil layer.
Edge Condition
Poor. Significant chipping and fraying along the bottom edge; some silvering/wear on the gold foil left border.
Print Quality
High-production commercial foil. The textured waves are a security and aesthetic feature. Saturation levels look factory-accurate.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD. Cards from this set are mass-produced for a trading card game and hold modest value unless they are Rare/Invincible limited editions.
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower than average condition. Most collectors maintain these in binders; the visible bottom-edge damage makes this a 'filler' copy.
Authentication Tips
Authentic Panini Adrenalyn cards feature a distinct textured foil and accurate UEFA and Italia hologram logos in the top corners.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $15+) exceeds the market value of the card by a wide margin.
Red Flags
The heavy scuffing at the bottom middle suggests it may have been played/slid across a surface without a sleeve previously.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via Panini Adrenalyn XL booster packs, multi-packs, and starter kits throughout Europe and North America in 2020-2021.
Historical Context
Commemorates the Italian midfield trio that led Italy to victory in the UEFA Euro 2020 championship, held in 2021 due to the pandemic.
Market Trends
Stable/Low. Adrenalyn XL cards typically peak during the tournament they represent and then transition into niche nostalgia/set-filler items.
Investment Potential
Low. This is a game card for a mass-market TCG rather than a high-end limited investment piece.
Similar Cards
Panini Prizm Euro 2020 Silver Prizms or individual Euro 2020 rookie cards like Phil Foden or Jamal Musiala.
Display & Preservation
Keep in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader. The foil on these cards is very prone to 'silvering' or chipping if left in loose boxes.
Interesting Facts
This trio was nicknamed 'The Midfield Engine' because of their high passing accuracy and ball retention during the tournament final at Wembley.