Peter Schmeichel
Goalkeeper (GK) · Manchester United
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #418
Year & Era
2021-22 — Modern Era (Trading Card Game)
Card Type
Legend / Foil Insert
Grade
6.0 (Fine/Excellent) estimated
Rarity
Common Legend Insert. These were frequently found in retail booster packs and have a high population relative to numbered parallels.
Overall Assessment
A nice collector's piece for a Manchester United fan or a Match Attax set builder, but currently in 'played' condition with limited financial upside.
Condition Grade
6.0 (Fine/Excellent) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears moderately off-center, leaning toward the bottom right. The thick silver borders make centering issues highly visible.
Surface Condition
Fair/Good. Significant surface debris and white specks (possibly dust or wear on the foil layer) are visible across the card face. Visible fingerprints and minor scratching from being stored in a plastic binder sleeve without a penny sleeve.
Corner Condition
Moderate wear on the bottom left and bottom right corners. The corners show whitening and slight rounding, common for cards used in gameplay/trading.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping and silvering visible along the right edge. The foil coating is sensitive and shows signs of friction wear.
Print Quality
High-gloss foil finish with a textured background. The image sharpness is good, but the set is prone to surface scratching during the manufacturing and packing process.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD (Raw/Ungraded)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows more surface 'snow' (white specks) and corner wear than a pack-fresh MINT example found in high-end collections.
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'Topps' logo sharpness and the specific holographic pattern in the silver borders. Match Attax cards are rarely forged due to their low individual value, but authentic copies have a distinct card stock thickness.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card, and the current surface/corner condition would result in a low grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed regarding authenticity; however, the card is stored in a multi-pocket page without a penny sleeve, which is a red flag for continued condition degradation.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via retail booster packs and starter kits for the 2021/22 Match Attax TCG season.
Historical Context
Peter Schmeichel is widely considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in history, captaining Manchester United to the Treble in 1999.
Market Trends
Stable. Match Attax legends maintain value primarily with Manchester United completionists and younger fans of the TCG, but lack the investment volatility of 'Chrome' or 'Prizm' sports cards.
Investment Potential
Low. This is a mass-produced trading card game (TCG) item meant for play. It lacks the scarcity required for long-term financial appreciation.
Similar Cards
2021 Topps Match Attax Legend Eric Cantona, 2021 Topps Match Attax Legend David Beckham.
Display & Preservation
Should be removed from the multi-pocket sheet and placed into a PVC-free penny sleeve and then into a 35pt top loader to prevent further surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
The 'Power Play' rating of 89 and '12.5M' value listed on the card are specific to the Match Attax gameplay mechanics rather than actual market values.