Thibaut Courtois
Goalkeeper (GK) · Real Madrid
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #Not visible
Year & Era
2023-2024 Season — Modern Soccer Era
Card Type
Insert / Special Foil Parallel (Power Play / Club 100 type subset)
Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint
Rarity
Common insert/subset card within mass-market retail packs, low individual rarity
Overall Assessment
A visually striking foil insert of a world-class goalkeeper, ideal for casual fans and player PC (personal collection) builders, though lacking high monetary value
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Excellent to Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the left and top; Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Reflective foil surface with light micro-scratching typical of unshielded game card stock
Corner Condition
Top-left and top-right corners show slight softening and wear; bottom corners appear relatively sharp
Edge Condition
Edges show minor chipping along the left border and standard factory cut roughness
Print Quality
High-gloss foil finish with standard Topps Match Attax printing quality, featuring heavy holographic text and patterns
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical condition for a raw game card handled outside of a protective sleeve, showing minor edge wear and surface micro-scratches
Authentication Tips
Check for official Topps and UEFA holographic stamping, correct card stock thickness, and crisp font rendering
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS/SGC) due to low raw market value and condition flaws
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard play-worn or pack-fresh condition for a trading card game piece
Provenance Notes
Sourced from Topps Match Attax retail packets, starter packs, or tins distributed widely across Europe and online
Historical Context
Thibaut Courtois is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers of his generation, winning multiple Champions League and La Liga titles with Real Madrid
Market Trends
Stable to declining mass-market value; soccer trading card game inserts generally hold niche value primarily among player collectors and game players
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for financial gain; primarily a collectible piece for fans of the player or club
Similar Cards
Other Topps Match Attax 2023/24 subset cards featuring Real Madrid players like Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr., or Luka Modric
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader or binder pocket designed for trading card games, away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Match Attax cards combine collecting with an interactive tabletop trading card game popular among young football fans across Europe