Ronaldinho (Ronaldo de Assis Moreira)
Attacking Midfielder / Forward · FC Barcelona
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League ##445
Year & Era
2021-22 — Modern Era (Trading Card Game)
Card Type
Legendary Moment Insert / Glitter Foil Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint-Mint (estimated 8-9)
Rarity
Common to uncommon insert; glitter foil parallels are easily found in retail packs but Ronaldinho remains a highly chased player.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert featuring one of the sport's most beloved legends. While not a high-value investment piece, it is a quintessential 'fan favorite' card that holds sentimental and historical value for any football collector.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint-Mint (estimated 8-9)
Centering Assessment
Front: Centering appears vertically balanced, though slightly heavy on the right border (approx 60/40); Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Surface appears bright with reflective glitter patterns intact; potential light scratches from storage outside of a sleeve may be present but not visible under current lighting.
Corner Condition
Corners appear generally sharp; the lower left corner shows very slight white touch/fraying consistent with handling in paper-based game cards.
Edge Condition
Edges appear standard for a Topps Match Attax product; there is minor silvering/chipping typical of foil-bordered sets.
Print Quality
High color saturation with distinct holo-glitter effects; image sharpness is consistent with the 'Legendary Moment' subset design.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy has typical centering for the 2021 Match Attax run, which often suffered from slight horizontal shifts.
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Topps' logo repeated in the foil pattern of the border and the specific 'Match Attax' card stock which is thinner than premium Chrome stock.
Grading Recommendation
Grading is generally not recommended for Match Attax base inserts unless for personal collection, as the cost of grading outweighs the market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic to the Match Attax series.
Provenance Notes
Commonly distributed through retail starter packs, booster tins, and multi-packs for the 2021-22 UEFA season.
Historical Context
This card commemorates Ronaldinho's famous 'dancing' toe-poke goal for Barcelona against Chelsea in the 2004-05 Champions League.
Market Trends
Ronaldinho cards maintain a high floor due to his status as a global icon; Match Attax cards are more volatile than Panini Prizm or Topps Chrome but have a strong base of younger collectors.
Investment Potential
Low to Medium; while Ronaldinho is a 'blue-chip' player, Match Attax is a gaming product with high print runs, limiting long-term ceiling compared to limited chrome parallels.
Similar Cards
2021 Topps Match Attax Lionel Messi 'Legendary Moment', 2021 Topps UEFA Champions League Ronaldinho Chrome inserts.
Display & Preservation
Recommended storage in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent the foil border from chipping or scratching.
Interesting Facts
The 'Legendary Moment' subset was designed to capture iconic Champions League history, and this specific goal is widely considered one of the most creative in the tournament's history.