Lionel Messi
Forward / Right Winger · FC Barcelona (Argentina National Team also shown on card)
Panini Adrenalyn XL FIFA 365 #Not visible on front
Year & Era
2016-2017 — Modern Era (Soccer)
Card Type
Limited Edition Foil Insert
Grade
4 (VG-EX) estimated
Rarity
Common limited edition; mass-produced for European distribution in tins and starter packs.
Overall Assessment
A common TCG card of a legendary player in heavily played condition; primarily of sentimental or personal collection value.
Condition Grade
4 (VG-EX) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears roughly 60/40 Top-Bottom and 55/45 Left-Right.
Surface Condition
Significant heavy scratching, surface scuffing, and visible creasing on the right side and bottom half.
Corner Condition
Noticeable whitening and dings on all four corners; the top-right corner shows significant wear/delamination.
Edge Condition
Rough edges with multiple nicks and silvering/paint loss throughout both side edges.
Print Quality
Standard Panini Adrenalyn XL quality with glitter-foil effect; prone to surface scratching.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (due to poor condition)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in significantly worse condition (Poor/Fair) than the majority of surviving examples usually kept in sleeves.
Authentication Tips
Verify the textured foil 'FIFA 365' logo and the thickness of the card stock; observe the specific pattern of the glitter-holographic effect.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card in this condition.
Red Flags
Heavy surface damage and edge wear suggests this card was likely used in active play or stored without protection.
Provenance Notes
Distributed primarily through the Panini Adrenalyn XL game ecosystem in 2016-2017 packages.
Historical Context
Features Messi during the 'MSN' trio era at FC Barcelona, one of the most dominant periods in modern club football.
Market Trends
Messi cards remain the gold standard in soccer collecting, but 'Adrenalyn' gaming cards have lower ceilings than 'Prizm' or 'Chrome' parallels.
Investment Potential
Low. There is a high supply of these cards and this specific copy's condition is prohibitive for serious investors.
Similar Cards
2016-17 Panini Adrenalyn XL Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr., or Messi 'Icon' cards.
Display & Preservation
Place in a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent further surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
The Adrenalyn XL series is actually a trading card game (TCG) with stats on the back for competitive play.