Kevin De Bruyne
Midfielder · Belgium National Team / Manchester City
Panini FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 Adrenalyn XL #Limited Edition
Year & Era
2018 — Modern Soccer Era
Card Type
Limited Edition Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert parallel from specific starter packs or magazine bundles; mass-produced hobby product
Overall Assessment
A visually striking Limited Edition insert of a world-class midfielder in excellent raw condition, perfect for personal player collections or soccer enthusiasts
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom; Back: Not fully visible but appears acceptable
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard foil rainbow gloss with minimal hairline scratches typical of game card sets
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent bending or fraying visible through the protective sleeve
Edge Condition
Clean factory cut edges along all four sides with no chipping or whitening
Print Quality
High gloss foil finish with sharp diagonal laser-style refraction lines characteristic of the Adrenalyn XL Limited Edition series
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface shine are above average for this specific mass-market European trading card release
Authentication Tips
Check for correct foil reflection, official Panini back branding, and proper card stock thickness compared to counterfeit game cards
Grading Recommendation
Raw collection recommended; professional grading cost typically outweighs the raw market value for standard Adrenalyn XL inserts
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card matches standard manufacturing specifications for the 2018 Panini Adrenalyn XL release
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed through official Panini World Cup starter packs, multipacks, or specialized magazine bundles in Europe
Historical Context
Commemorates the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia where Kevin De Bruyne helped lead Belgium to a historic third-place finish
Market Trends
Stable demand driven by international tournament play and the player's elite status in club and international football
Investment Potential
Modest long-term hold; primarily a collector's piece for player fans and World Cup set builders rather than a high-end investment asset
Similar Cards
Panini Prizm World Cup parallels, Panini Donruss Soccer inserts, Topps Premier League cards featuring Kevin De Bruyne
Display & Preservation
Store inside a standard soft penny sleeve and a rigid top-loader, kept away from direct sunlight to prevent foil fading
Interesting Facts
Panini Adrenalyn XL is one of the most popular collectible trading card games in Europe and globally for major international tournaments