Erling Haaland
Striker (Forward) · Borussia Dortmund (BVB)
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #187
Year & Era
2021-22 — Modern Era
Card Type
Goal Machine Foil Insert
Grade
4-5 (VG-EX) estimated
Rarity
Common insert; high print volume for the Match Attax trading card game.
Overall Assessment
A nice collector's item for a fan of the player, but its poor surface condition and common nature limit its professional hobby appeal.
Condition Grade
4-5 (VG-EX) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 60/40 Top-to-Bottom and Left-to-Right; typical for mass-produced game cards.
Surface Condition
Poor to Fair; substantial horizontal scratching, print lines, and visible scuffing across the foil surface.
Corner Condition
Good; some soft rounding visible on the bottom right and top right corners.
Edge Condition
Fair; visible silvering and micro-chipping along the right and top edges.
Print Quality
Average for a gaming product; the foil finish is prone to scratching and the registration is slightly soft.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower than average condition due to heavy surface scratching compared to pack-fresh 'Mint' examples.
Authentication Tips
Check for the official Topps logo and UCL hologram on the reverse; verify card stock thickness and the specific 'Goal Machine' texture.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card, and condition is low.
Red Flags
Surface scratches suggest heavy handling or poor storage in a binder without sleeves.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via retail multi-packs and starter kits for the Match Attax TCG.
Historical Context
Captures Haaland during his record-breaking tenure at Dortmund where he became the youngest player to reach 20 UCL goals.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; Haaland's early Dortmund cards remain popular, but non-hobby (gaming) inserts have high supply.
Investment Potential
Low; this is a broad-release gaming card rather than a limited hobby rookie or high-end parallel.
Similar Cards
2021 Topps Match Attax Heritage or Crystal parallels; 2021 Topps Chrome Haaland base cards.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve before inserting into a top loader to prevent further foil scratching.
Interesting Facts
The '9.0M' on the card refers to his fantasy 'value' within the Match Attax gameplay mechanics.