Darwin Núñez
Forward / Striker · Liverpool FC (Premier League)
Panini Adrenalyn XL Premier League 2022/23 #466 (subset #225)
Year & Era
2022-23 — Modern Era (Soccer Adrenalyn XL)
Card Type
Golden Baller (Insert/Chase Card)
Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (approx. 4-5)
Rarity
Medium; while a 'chase' card in retail packs, they are mass-produced compared to numbered Panini Prizm parallels.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking high-end chase card from a popular gaming set, unfortunately hindered by significant surface damage and corner wear. Ideal for a young collector or fan, but not for high-end investment.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (approx. 4-5)
Centering Assessment
Vertical centering appears slightly shifted toward the bottom; horizontal centering seems adequate for this set production.
Surface Condition
Poor to Fair; significant visible scratches and scuff marks across the middle of the card and bottom gold foil section.
Corner Condition
Visible softening and white chipping on the bottom right and top left corners. Storage in a binder page without a sleeve has caused edge friction.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping along the right-hand edge (relative to image orientation) and corner wear consistent with a non-sleeved card.
Print Quality
High-quality foil stamping and textured holographic finish typical of the 'Golden Baller' subset.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $12.00 USD (Significant discount due to surface damage)
Comparison to Known Examples
Below average condition compared to most pack-pulled examples due to lack of protective sleeve/toploader.
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Adrenalyn XL' logo texture and the specific depth of the 'Golden Baller' holographic etching which is difficult to replicate.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the surface scratches and corner wear would result in a low technical grade that costs more than the card's value.
Red Flags
The heavy horizontal surface scratches suggest the card was handled without protection or slid against other cards.
Provenance Notes
Part of the Panini Adrenalyn XL trading card game regularly sold in retail 'blind' packets across Europe and the UK.
Historical Context
Commemorates Nunez's arrival at Liverpool as a high-profile transfer from Benfica during the 2022 season.
Market Trends
Market for Núñez is currently volatile/stable based on performance; interest in Adrenalyn XL usually peaks during the active season of the set's release.
Investment Potential
Low; condition issues significantly limit upside. Better as a personal collection (PC) item for a Liverpool fan.
Similar Cards
Erling Haaland Golden Baller, Mohammed Salah Golden Baller, Darwin Núñez Panini Prizm RC.
Display & Preservation
Should be moved from the binder sleeve into a soft penny sleeve and then a rigid Toploader immediately to prevent further surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
The Golden Baller cards are the most sought-after subset in the Adrenalyn XL game, featuring maximum '100' stats for gameplay.