Matt Crooks
Midfielder · Hull City
Topps Nitro Boost #Not visible
Year & Era
2023-2024 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Insert — Nitro Boost
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert from modern retail/hobby packs, high print run relative to numbered parallels
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern insert of Matt Crooks featuring clean condition, solid centering, and excellent reflectivity, perfect for a personal collection or team set binder
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: roughly 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom; Back: not visible
Surface Condition
Near Mint; smooth reflective foil finish with no major scratches or print lines observed in the raw image
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no visible rounding, dings, or whitening based on visual inspection
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no signs of chipping, denting, or rough cutting along all four sides
Print Quality
High-gloss chromium finish with vibrant color saturation, sharp player rendering, and crisp holographic foil accents
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering appears very strong and comparable to standard factory output for this insert set
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic Topps holographic foil reflection, proper card stock thickness, and sharp micro-printing typical of modern Topps soccer releases
Grading Recommendation
Raw display recommended; the grading cost would likely exceed the total market value of the card given its low tier as a common insert
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed in the photographic scan
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Topps soccer retail or hobby packs released during the 2023-24 season
Historical Context
Part of Topps' modern insert lines designed to add dynamic motion visuals and foil effects to everyday soccer card collecting
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining market, typical of modern non-rookie inserts for lower-tier players
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; best suited for team collectors, set builders, or player fans rather than investors
Similar Cards
Other insert cards from Topps Match Attax, Topps Chrome UEFA/Premier League inserts, and base parallels of EFL or Premier League players
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity
Interesting Facts
The Nitro Boost insert set is known for its high-energy, motion-blurred background imagery and vibrant fiery typography