Mohamed Salah
Forward / Right Winger (Impact: High for scoring metrics) · Liverpool FC / Egypt National Team
Panini Adrenalyn XL FIFA 365 (2023) #Not visible (Top Master subset)
Year & Era
2022-23 — Modern Panini Adrenalyn XL Era
Card Type
Insert — Top Master (Rare)
Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Estimated 5-6 range)
Rarity
Limited within the Adrenalyn XL set structure, typically found as 1 in every certain number of boosters.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking high-end gaming card for a legitimate legend. Best suited for a Salah completionist or an Adrenalyn XL set builder.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Estimated 5-6 range)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly biased toward the right border; typical for Adrenalyn XL production.
Surface Condition
Significant concerns: Visible scratches and 'fuzziness' on the gold foil finish; high sensitivity to fingerprints.
Corner Condition
Lower left corner shows visible rounding/whitening; top right corner appears slightly soft.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping evident along the bottom edge, which is common in gold-foil printed cards.
Print Quality
High-gloss gold foil with faceted background; sharp facial imaging but susceptible to manufacturing lines.
Estimated Value
$10.00 - $25.00 USD (market for gaming-style cards is lower than premium hobby sets like Prizm).
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows more surface wear than typical 'pack fresh' examples seen in secondary markets.
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'Adrenalyn XL' textured logo on the back and ensure the gold foil has the correct prismatic light refraction.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless sentimental; the grading cost often exceeds the market value of Adrenalyn XL singles.
Red Flags
No signs of counterfeiting; however, the facsimile (printed) signature should not be confused with a hand-signed autograph.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via blister packs and hobby boxes globally, popular in European and Middle Eastern markets.
Historical Context
Salah is one of the greatest African players of all time; this card represents his peak Liverpool years.
Market Trends
Salah remains a blue-chip 'soccer' (European football) asset, but gaming cards like Adrenalyn typically trail behind 'Panini Prizm' or 'Topps Chrome'.
Investment Potential
Low for this specific gaming card; high-grade Prizm or Topps Chrome rookies are better investment vehicles.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini FIFA 365 Erling Haaland Top Master, Panini Prizm World Cup Mohamed Salah.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve immediately to prevent further gold foil scratching, then a top loader.
Interesting Facts
The 'Top Master' cards feature maximum game stats (100-100-100) making them highly sought after by players of the card game.