Jamal Musiala
Attacking Midfielder / Forward · FC Bayern München
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #166
Year & Era
2021-22 Modern Era
Card Type
Next Gen Insert - Star Foil Parallel
Grade
6-7 (EX-MT) estimated due to storage
Rarity
Common Insert; mass-produced for the Match Attax trading card game retail market.
Overall Assessment
A nice entry-level collectible for a Musiala fan, but primarily a 'bulk' item for serious investors.
Condition Grade
6-7 (EX-MT) estimated due to storage
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 60/40 Top-to-Bottom; appears vertically heavy towards the bottom edge.
Surface Condition
Likely scratched; the image shows heavy glare and light scuffing on the plastic pocket which often transfers to the card surface.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner appears slightly soft; top corners are obscured by the binder pocket but show typical factory edge-wear.
Edge Condition
Minor silvering and chipping visible on the right vertical edge; typical for foil-based game cards.
Print Quality
Standard retail quality; vibrant foil 'shattered ice' effect but lacking the high-end finish of Chrome products.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $8.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly worse than average; most copies maintain better vertical alignment.
Authentication Tips
Check for the authentic Topps logo and Match Attax card stock thickness; counterfeits of base inserts are rare due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; costs would exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags other than surface scuffing from being stored in a non-PVC-free binder page.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in retail booster packs and starter kits for the 2021-22 UCL season.
Historical Context
Released during Musiala's breakout period where he established himself as a generational talent for Germany and Bayern.
Market Trends
Stable/Slightly Up; Musiala is a top-tier young talent, but collectors prefer Topps Chrome or Panini Prizm over Match Attax.
Investment Potential
Low; as a retail gaming insert, it lacks the ceiling of numbered parallels or chrome-finish rookies.
Similar Cards
2021 Topps Chrome Jamal Musiala Rookie, 2021 Panini Donruss Jamal Musiala Rated Rookie.
Display & Preservation
Remove from the binder page and place in a PVC-free penny sleeve and top loader to prevent 'oiling' or surface damage.
Interesting Facts
Match Attax is a functional Trading Card Game (TCG) with specific stats for gameplay, distinct from strictly collectible cards.