Mauro Icardi
Forward (Striker) · Inter Milan
Topps Match Attax UEFA Champions League #INT 12
Year & Era
2018/19 - Modern Trading Card Game Era
Card Type
Base Player Card
Grade
4 (Very Good) - Raw
Rarity
Common; high print run as a base card for a widely distributed game.
Overall Assessment
A well-loved example of a modern soccer gaming card. Ideal for a team collector or young fan, but holds minimal value for high-end investors.
Condition Grade
4 (Very Good) - Raw
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly shifted toward the top-right. Back is not visible but common for these mass-produced game cards.
Surface Condition
Visible scratches and silvering on the black borders; surface lacks original luster due to handling.
Corner Condition
Softening and whitening present on all four corners, with noticeable blunting on the top left corner.
Edge Condition
Significant whitening (chipping) along the left and top edges, typical of black-bordered game cards.
Print Quality
Standard commercial game print quality; saturated colors butprone to edge chipping due to the dark ink design.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower than average condition; most 'pack fresh' copies retain sharper black edges than this specific card.
Authentication Tips
Check for the authentic Topps logo and the specific texture of the card stock; these cards are rarely forged due to low market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the wear patterns are consistent with authentic use in a trading card game.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in retail blind packs and starter kits throughout Europe and international markets.
Historical Context
Features Icardi during his captaincy era at Inter Milan, where he was one of the most prolific strikers in Serie A.
Market Trends
Values for Mauro Icardi base cards are currently stable to declining as he is no longer in his prime playing years at Inter Milan.
Investment Potential
Low; mass-produced game cards rarely appreciate significantly unless they are rare '100 Club' or limited edition parallels.
Similar Cards
2018 Topps Chrome UEFA Champions League Icardi, 2018 Panini Donruss Soccer Icardi.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge chipping.
Interesting Facts
Match Attax is a functional game where the 'Attack' and 'Defence' numbers on the bottom determine gameplay outcomes.
Notes
Match and attack