Lois Openda
Striker / Forward · Juventus (Card error showing player in Juventus kit, though Openda is actually a prominent football/soccer player known for playing for RB Leipzig and the Belgium national team)
Topps UEFA Club Competitions — Goaliaths Insert #457
Year & Era
2023-2024 — Modern Insert Era
Card Type
Insert Parallel / Rare
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert card featuring a 'Rare' tier indicator on the front layout, though not individually serial numbered.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern insert card in strong raw condition, highly desirable for player collectors and fans of vibrant foil designs.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Good left-right and top-bottom centering, typical of modern Topps manufacturing standards. Back not visible.
Surface Condition
Clean foil and glossy finish with vibrant background colors; no major scratches or print lines visible under normal lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no noticeable whitening or dings.
Edge Condition
Clean, smooth edges with no apparent chipping or rough cutting along the white borders.
Print Quality
High-quality foil stamping, vibrant color saturation, and sharp imagery standard for modern Topps inserts.
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD raw, depending on specific buyer demand for insert parallels.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface condition appear comparable to standard pack-pulled copies of this modern insert set.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct foil reflection, crisp font typography, and official Topps logo and set markers on the card stock.
Grading Recommendation
Raw (Ungraded) recommended as the market value does not typically justify the grading fees unless part of a bulk submission.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; note that the card depicts Openda in a Juventus uniform which is a known anomaly/error in certain unlicensed or mixed-team printing contexts for this product line.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Topps UEFA club competition retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Part of modern insert sets designed to appeal to youth collectors and set builders focusing on European club football stars.
Market Trends
Stable market for modern soccer inserts; values fluctuate based on the player's current club performance and goal-scoring streaks.
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection; modest investment potential primarily driven by the player's on-field performance in European competitions.
Similar Cards
Other Topps insert parallels such as Centurions, Topps 100, or Blue/Red parallels from the same UEFA set.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a rigid top loader or magnetic holder away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the foil.
Interesting Facts
The 'Goaliaths' insert subset is popular for its loud, colorful flame backgrounds and striking foil treatments.