Cristiano Ronaldo
Forward / Striker (Attacker) · Portugal National Team
Topps Match Attax UEFA Euro 2024 #LE 2
Year & Era
2024 — Modern Era
Card Type
Limited Edition Insert (Euro Elite)
Grade
4 (Very Good) estimated
Rarity
Limited Edition but mass-produced as a promotional insert in multipacks or starter kits; high population expected.
Overall Assessment
A popular card of a legendary player that suffers from significant condition wear. Ideal for a young collector or a Ronaldo fan, but lacking the quality for high-end investment.
Condition Grade
4 (Very Good) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering is moderately top-heavy and skewed slightly to the left (60/40); back centering cannot be determined but front borders are uneven.
Surface Condition
Fair to Good; visible scratches and surface wear on the dark blue foil borders, with potential micro-scratching on the main image area.
Corner Condition
Poor to Fair; significant whitening and blunting on the top right corner; bottom left corner shows visible wear and peeling of the laminate.
Edge Condition
Poor; notable chipping and 'silvering' along the top and right edges where the blue ink has flaked away from the card stock.
Print Quality
Standard Topps Match Attax quality; colorful 'smoke' effect background is sharp, but the dark borders are prone to showing manufacturing defects.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $12.00 USD (Raw condition)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in below-average condition compared to 'pack fresh' examples which typically have cleaner blue borders.
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Topps' logo and the UEFA Euro 2024 holographic stamp; authentic cards have a specific cardstock thickness and a smooth gloss finish.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The visible corner and edge damage would result in a low score, likely making the grading fee higher than the card's value.
Red Flags
Significant edge chipping and corner whitening are present; these are not counterfeit signs but indicate heavy handling or poor storage.
Provenance Notes
Distributed as part of the Topps Euro 2024 Match Attax trading card game collection across Europe and international markets.
Historical Context
Features Ronaldo during his record-breaking 6th UEFA European Championship appearance (Euro 2024).
Market Trends
Stable for Ronaldo collectors, but Match Attax cards generally hold less value than 'premium' hobby brands like Panini Prizm or Topps Chrome.
Investment Potential
Low; as a gaming-focused card with significant condition issues, it serves better as a personal memento than a financial asset.
Similar Cards
Lionel Messi Match Attax inserts, Kylian Mbappe Euro 2024 inserts, Ronaldo 2024 Prizm parallels.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent further edge chipping and protect the sensitive foil surface.
Interesting Facts
Match Attax is technically a strategic card game where the numbers '35 DEF' and '92 ATT' are used for gameplay.