Julien Duranville
Winger / Forward · Borussia Dortmund
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #Not clearly visible on this insert tier, part of the Next Gen subset
Year & Era
2023-2024 Season — Modern Soccer Card Era
Card Type
Insert Parallel / Foil Foilboard — Next Gen
Grade
Raw — Estimated Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8 to 9 equivalent)
Rarity
Uncommon insert card from the Match Attax set, though mass-produced for the European trading card game market.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert featuring an exciting young prospect, ideal for player collectors and fans of Borussia Dortmund, representing good budget-friendly hobby appeal.
Condition Grade
Raw — Estimated Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8 to 9 equivalent)
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Back: Not visible in image.
Surface Condition
Near Mint condition with bright foil finish, minor edge wear typical of game cards stored in pocket pages.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with slight softening visible on the top-right corner, consistent with standard binder storage.
Edge Condition
Clean edges overall with minor chipping typical of Topps Match Attax foilboard cuts.
Print Quality
High-quality foil stamping and holographic circuit board background typical of modern Topps Match Attax production standards.
Estimated Value
$2 to $10 USD depending on the specific parallel tier and current market demand for young prospects.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering matches standard well-cut copies from the product line; surface refraction is clean and untainted by fingerprints.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Topps and UEFA holograms on the reverse, crisp foil refraction patterns, and proper card stock weight.
Grading Recommendation
Raw / Ungraded. Grading services like PSA or BGS are generally not recommended for low-value gaming inserts unless part of a dedicated player master set.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard authentic Match Attax gaming card.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League booster tin, box, or starter pack distributed across Europe.
Historical Context
Features Julien Duranville, one of Belgium's brightest young football talents, highlighting his inclusion in Topps' prestigious Next Gen insert checklist.
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by team collectors and fans following Julien Duranville's development at Borussia Dortmund.
Investment Potential
Speculative, tied directly to the player's on-field performance, injury recovery, and eventual breakout with Borussia Dortmund.
Similar Cards
Other Borussia Dortmund Next Gen or insert cards from Topps Match Attax 23/24, or Jude Bellingham inserts from previous sets.
Display & Preservation
Best stored in a soft penny sleeve inside a binder pocket page or top loader to protect the foil surface from scratching.
Interesting Facts
Match Attax is one of the most popular soccer trading card game formats in the world, combining collecting with a competitive tabletop game.