Jude Bellingham
Midfielder (Note: Card features 'Pro Elite' status with Impact, Finesse, and Power ratings; value in soccer cards is heavily driven by attacking midfielders/forwards) · Borussia Dortmund (BVB) / England National Team
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League (Pro Elite Shield) #PE 7 (Pro Elite subset)
Year & Era
2021-22 Modern Era
Card Type
Insert / Chase Card (Shield Shaped)
Grade
Raw — Appears Excellent to Near Mint (EX-MT 6-7 estimated)
Rarity
Common Insert; while 'Pro Elite' cards are rarer than base cards in packs, they were produced in high volume for the global gaming market.
Overall Assessment
A great collectible for a fan of Jude Bellingham or a set builder, but not a primary target for serious sports card investors. It represents a piece of his early career in a popular gaming format.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Excellent to Near Mint (EX-MT 6-7 estimated)
Centering Assessment
The inner shield graphic appears reasonably centered within the die-cut, though the outer white border of the card stock shows top-heavy bias.
Surface Condition
Visible scratches and scuffs on the protective sleeve making direct assessment difficult; however, these foil-surface cards are notoriously prone to hairline scratches and 'dimpling'.
Corner Condition
The top left and right corners of the outer base card show slight softening/whitening; the die-cut edges of the shield itself appear standard for mass-produced gaming cards.
Edge Condition
Minor silvering (chipping of the foil) visible along the top edge of the shield graphic, common for Topps foil stock.
Print Quality
Standard retail quality; the foil refraction is consistent, but the image resolution is lower than premium hobby products.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Gaming cards like Match Attax carry significantly lower value than 'Hobby' brands like Topps Chrome or Panini Prizm).
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is typical for a 'pulled and sleeved' gaming card; it lacks the pristine edges required for a Gem Mint assessment.
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'Topps' logo hologram on the back and ensure the card stock has the correct thickness for a gaming card. Counterfeits of Match Attax are rare due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading ($15-$25) likely exceeds the market value of the card even in a high grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; it appears to be a genuine retail Match Attax product.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via retail 'Flow Packs' and Starter Kits globally; most common in European and UK markets.
Historical Context
Features Bellingham during his formative rise at BVB before his record-breaking move to Real Madrid; part of the UEFA Champions League licensed gaming series.
Market Trends
Bellingham's market is extremely high due to his Real Madrid performance, but interest is focused on his true Rookie Cards (2020) and Chrome Autographs rather than gaming inserts.
Investment Potential
Low. As a non-rookie gaming insert, it is unlikely to see significant appreciation compared to numbered or 'Refractor' parallels from Hobby sets.
Similar Cards
2020 Topps Chrome UCL Jude Bellingham RC, 2021 Panini Mosaic Road to World Cup Bellingham.
Display & Preservation
Keep in a penny sleeve and top loader. Avoid 'magnetic' holders unless the card is in a fitted sleeve, as the foil surface can stick to the plastic.
Interesting Facts
Match Attax is the world's best-selling football trading card game, designed primarily for gameplay rather than high-end investing.