Nicolás Otamendi
Defender · Argentina / Benfica
Panini Adrenalyn XL FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 #289
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Fans' Favourite
Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint
Rarity
Common insert from a mass-produced retail/hobby trading card game set.
Overall Assessment
A neat, collectible insert card celebrating a key veteran defender of Argentina's World Cup-winning squad, ideal for soccer fans and player collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 52/48 Left-Right, 51/49 Top-Bottom. Back: Not fully visible but acceptable.
Surface Condition
Good condition with minor surface scratches typical of trading card game inserts stored in sleeves.
Corner Condition
Four corners appear relatively sharp with minimal rounding.
Edge Condition
Edges are clean with minor standard factory chipping on the foil borders.
Print Quality
Standard for Panini Adrenalyn XL, featuring vibrant foil stamping and orange parallel-style coloring.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the set, comparable to other mass-market insert cards of veteran defenders.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini and FIFA holograms on the back, along with correct font weights and card dimensions.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low market value relative to grading fees.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from Panini Adrenalyn XL starter packs, booster packs, or tin boxes released for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Historical Context
Commemorates Argentina's successful 2022 FIFA World Cup championship run in Qatar, where Otamendi played a crucial role in central defense.
Market Trends
Stable to low-value market, primarily driven by player collectors and team set builders.
Investment Potential
Low long-term financial investment potential; primarily valued for personal collection and nostalgia.
Similar Cards
Other 2022 Panini Adrenalyn XL Argentina insert cards and parallel variations.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard trading card binder page or penny sleeve inside a top loader to protect the foil finish.
Interesting Facts
Adrenalyn XL is a popular collectible card game (CCG) published by Panini featuring major international football tournaments.