{"id":241,"date":"2024-09-13T16:43:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T16:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moneymade.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=241"},"modified":"2025-06-03T14:27:47","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T14:27:47","slug":"soccer-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/articles\/soccer-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Ten Most Expensive Soccer Cards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Soccer cards are loved worldwide, especially cards of famous players like Pele, Maradona,\u00a0Messi, and Ronaldo. This article reveals the top ten most expensive soccer cards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Money_Made_Expensive_Soccer_Cards_Main_MO_10e7aa8a77.png\" alt=\"Top Ten Most Expensive Soccer Cards\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card sold for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ll also uncover why these cards are worth ridiculous amounts and how you can win big in the soccer card-collecting arena.&nbsp;Soccer card collecting is a fun mix of sports love and collecting hobby that, with a solid gameplan, could be lucrative investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are soccer trading cards so valuable?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Soccer card values hinge on rarity, condition, player fame, and brand. Cards of Legendary players like Pele or Maradona can cost a lot. Old, well-kept cards fetch high prices, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cards from top brands like Panini and Topps are also worth more. Scarcity boosts value, so a rare Messi or Ronaldo rookie card could be a goldmine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the most expensive soccer cards?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The priciest soccer cards include treasures like the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele and the 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312. We\u2019ll also look at cards that ushered in legendary careers like the 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Messi #71 and the 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo rookie card #137.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These rare and coveted soccer cards make for exciting finds that&#8217;ll probably boost the value your collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 RC<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $486,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Supply<\/strong>: Unknown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Balas Futebol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"639\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-639x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-639x1024.jpg 639w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-187x300.jpg 187w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-768x1231.jpg 768w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-958x1536.jpg 958w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-160x257.jpg 160w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-106x170.jpg 106w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1.jpg 998w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare SGC 2 1957 Pele #11 rookie card is worth $486,000.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0Goldin.co<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 rookie card is super rare because it was intended as a redemption sticker, not a card. Many were stuck and eventually damaged, but this one\u2014graded SGC 2\u2014stayed in pristine condition. It&#8217;s one of the only ones left in the world and it&#8217;s worth $486,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>2019 Topps Chrome Erling Halland Bundesliga Autographs<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Superfractor #72<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $432,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $442,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Topps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"649\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-649x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-244\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-649x1024.jpg 649w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-163x257.jpg 163w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-108x170.jpg 108w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb.jpg 761w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 649px) 100vw, 649px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Erling Haaland 2019 Topps Chrome Bundesliga Superfractor card is a unique treasure in the sports card realm. With only one in existence, it&#8217;s prized for its rarity and Haaland\u2019s striking autograph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The card previously held the record for the most expensive soccer trading card ever sold when a BGS 9.5 copy fetched $442,800 in a June 2021&nbsp;Goldin auction. It captures the early promise of Haaland, now a superstar at Manchester City, known for his awe-inspiring goal streaks. As Erling\u2019s career progresses, the card&#8217;s value could be worth even more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>2002 Panini Futebol Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal Stickers #306<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $540 to $110,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $98,400<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 23<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"591\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-248\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1.png 591w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1-177x300.png 177w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1-100x170.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare 2002 Christiano Ronaldo Panini Futebol card #306 is his debut rookie card, valued between $540 and $110,000.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSA<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2002 Panini Futebol Christiano Ronaldo card is a collector&#8217;s gem. With only 23 PSA 10s, its scarcity boosts its value\u2014asking prices range from $540 to $110,000. This card depicts&nbsp;Ronaldo in his debut year for the Portuguese club Sporting CP, making it his unofficial rookie card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Encased within a white border, the card displays a sharp picture of Ronaldo donning the green-striped kit. Known for his record-setting feat of over 100 goals for Portugal, Christian Ronaldo was pivotal in securing the nation&#8217;s first major Euro tournament win in 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. <\/strong><strong>2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo RC #137<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range:\u00a0<\/strong>$1,665 to $180,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price:\u00a0<\/strong>$312,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply:\u00a0<\/strong>38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand:\u00a0<\/strong>Panini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-250\" style=\"width:294px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4.png 590w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4-177x300.png 177w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4-100x170.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><i>A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Sports Christiano Ronaldo Mega Craqus #137 rookie card fetched $312,000 in a 2021 auction.<\/i><i>Image source:&nbsp;<\/i><i>PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo #137 rookie card is a sports card collectors&#8217; gem. This card captures Ronaldo&#8217;s professional debut in Sporting Lisbon attire, showing him deftly handling the ball.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its rarity stems from limited soccer card production during that period and the Portuguese league&#8217;s less prominent status. Ronaldo&#8217;s stellar start at Sporting CP adds value to this card. A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Ronaldo card could be an attractive investment for hardcore fans since one fetched $312,000 in October 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. <\/strong><strong>2004 Panini Sports Mega Cracks Lionel Messi Rookie Card #71<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $710 to $280,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $336,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"592\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-253\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5.png 592w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5-178x300.png 178w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5-101x170.png 101w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 592px) 100vw, 592px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 2004 Panini Sports Lionel Messi Mega Cracks card #71 is scarce and valuable,\u00a0 with only 19 PSA 10 examples on record.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi #71 is an eye-catching soccer rookie card with a bright background. It doesn&#8217;t just look good, its value is sky-high, worth between $710 and $280,000 depending on its condition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Initially hidden in regular Panini packs, this Messi card a rare gem with only 19 cards in mint condition according to PSA. Since Messi has elevated to GOAT status in soccer, this card could be a winner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. <\/strong><strong>1977 Futbol Diego Maradona Argentina Juniors #11 RC (DISCS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $1,230 to $350,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $161,000\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 2\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Crack Futbol Campeonato<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"596\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20.png 596w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20-179x300.png 179w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20-153x257.png 153w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20-101x170.png 101w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>This 1977 Maradona card with only two near-mint copies is valued at up to $350,000.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1977 Futbol Diego Maradona #11 card featuring a young Maradona mid-play is a rare find from Crack Futbol Campeonato. With only two PSA near-mint copies, this card holds immense value due to the 1986 World Cup winner&#8217;s legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With no PSA 10s among 72 graded examples, its worth continues to grow as a bona fide piece of soccer history. A PSA 7&nbsp;card fetched an impressive high of $161,000 at Goldin Auctions in March 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. <\/strong><strong>1959 Heinerle Pele<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $740 to $24,000\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $34,440<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Heinerle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"592\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-255\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005.png 592w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005-178x300.png 178w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005-101x170.png 101w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 592px) 100vw, 592px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card depicting him in the 53rd minute of the 1958 World Cup Final between Brazil and Sweden is immensely valuable.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card is more than a trading card. It depicts Pel\u00e9 at the 1958 World Cup match between Brazil and Sweden with an infamous action shot of the soccer legend mid-flight. It&#8217;s a rarity among vintage football cards, making it highly sought after.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coupled with a detailed backstory in German, it sparks interest beyond its aesthetic appeal. The card&#8217;s desirability and rarity contribute to its value, and it\u2019s greatly appreciated by collectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. <\/strong><strong>1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $300 to $24,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $555,960\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"592\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-256\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4.png 592w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4-178x300.png 178w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4-101x170.png 101w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 592px) 100vw, 592px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A rare PSA gem mint 1979 Panini Calciatori Maradona rookie card auctioned for $555,960 in April 2021 at Goldin Auction.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312 is super scarce, with only one graded PSA 10. But what pumps its value? Well, it&#8217;s Maradona&#8217;s rookie card and it features him in his iconic Argentina kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This mega card, fetching over half a million at a 2021 auction, is a solid bet given Maradona&#8217;s everlasting contribution to soccer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. <\/strong><strong>2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $522,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-257\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536.png 590w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536-177x300.png 177w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536-152x257.png 152w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536-100x170.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A PSA gem mint 2014 Panini Prizm Lionel Messi World Cup (Gold Prizm) card fetched $522,000 in an April 2022 auction.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm) is among the most expensive soccer trading cards in the world. Dressed in Argentinian colors, Messi shines in this exquisite gold card, limited to just ten copies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s super rare\u2014only three cards are&nbsp;graded by PSA. This soccer card proved its worth in April 2022 when it sold for $522,000\u2014solidifying it as the second-most expensive soccer card sold to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. <\/strong><strong>1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card #635<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $8,500 to $340,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $1.3 million<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PSA 9 Supply<\/strong>: 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Alifabolaget\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"594\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1.png 594w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1-178x300.png 178w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1-153x257.png 153w, https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1-101x170.png 101w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele #635 rookie card is the most expensive soccer card on record, selling for $1.3 million in February 2021.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card features a young Pele donning the iconic Brazilian team jersey on a pristine surface with sharp corners. This rare card is a serious collector&#8217;s dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only six cards have the highest PSA 9 grade. Rally listed a PSA 9-graded 1958 Alifabolaget Pele card in January 2021 for $315,000 before selling it for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022\u2014a 422% return for investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earlier, a PSA 8 Alifabolaget Pele sold for $340,100 on PWCC Marketplace in March 2021. This rare card is more than a collector&#8217;s item\u2014it&#8217;s an investment in soccer\u2019s global history through an unforgettable keepsake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Soccer cards can be lucrative assets for years to come. Produced by brands like the reputable Topps company, sports cards are coveted pieces of memorabilia that can increase significantly in value over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for more detailed information on which cards to invest in, visit the PSA site or other reputable sites dedicated to card grading or collecting. Pay special attention to the condition and rarity of the cards\u2014older UEFA cards that are still in mint condition can fetch high prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So stay informed, look out for good deals, and if the price is right, don\u2019t hesitate to click that \u2018buy\u2019 button.&nbsp;Collecting is just like being a forward in soccer: it\u2019s all about timing your shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What are the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The most valuable soccer cards include the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele, 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona, and 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Why are soccer cards valuable?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Soccer cards hold value based on player fame, rarity, condition, and the brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. What is the highest-selling soccer card?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele rookie card sold for a record $1.33 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, rare soccer cards have seen significant value appreciation over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Which brands produce the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Top brands include Panini, Topps, and Alifabolaget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. How much is a Lionel Messi rookie card worth?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi rookie card can be worth up to $336,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. What factors affect the value of soccer cards?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Rarity, condition (PSA grade), player status, and the brand all influence a soccer card\u2019s value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Soccer cards are loved worldwide, especially cards of famous players like Pele, Maradona,\u00a0Messi, and Ronaldo. This article reveals the top ten most expensive soccer cards. A 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card sold for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022. 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This article reveals the top ten most expensive soccer cards.<\/p>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><\/div>\n","innerContent":["\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">",null,"<\/div>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/column","attrs":{"verticalAlignment":"top"},"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Money_Made_Expensive_Soccer_Cards_Main_MO_10e7aa8a77.png\" alt=\"Top Ten Most Expensive Soccer Cards\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Money_Made_Expensive_Soccer_Cards_Main_MO_10e7aa8a77.png\" alt=\"Top Ten Most Expensive Soccer Cards\"\/><\/figure>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top\"><\/div>\n","innerContent":["\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top\">",null,"<\/div>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n\n<\/div>\n","innerContent":["\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/div>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card sold for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022.<\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card sold for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022.<\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>We'll also uncover why these cards are worth ridiculous amounts and how you can win big in the soccer card-collecting arena.&nbsp;Soccer card collecting is a fun mix of sports love and collecting hobby that, with a solid gameplan, could be lucrative investments.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>We'll also uncover why these cards are worth ridiculous amounts and how you can win big in the soccer card-collecting arena.&nbsp;Soccer card collecting is a fun mix of sports love and collecting hobby that, with a solid gameplan, could be lucrative investments.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are soccer trading cards so valuable?<\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are soccer trading cards so valuable?<\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Soccer card values hinge on rarity, condition, player fame, and brand. Cards of Legendary players like Pele or Maradona can cost a lot. Old, well-kept cards fetch high prices, too.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Soccer card values hinge on rarity, condition, player fame, and brand. Cards of Legendary players like Pele or Maradona can cost a lot. Old, well-kept cards fetch high prices, too.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Cards from top brands like Panini and Topps are also worth more. Scarcity boosts value, so a rare Messi or Ronaldo rookie card could be a goldmine.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Cards from top brands like Panini and Topps are also worth more. Scarcity boosts value, so a rare Messi or Ronaldo rookie card could be a goldmine.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the most expensive soccer cards?<\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the most expensive soccer cards?<\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The priciest soccer cards include treasures like the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele and the 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312. We\u2019ll also look at cards that ushered in legendary careers like the 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Messi #71 and the 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo rookie card #137.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The priciest soccer cards include treasures like the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele and the 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312. We\u2019ll also look at cards that ushered in legendary careers like the 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Messi #71 and the 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo rookie card #137.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>These rare and coveted soccer cards make for exciting finds that'll probably boost the value your collection.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>These rare and coveted soccer cards make for exciting finds that'll probably boost the value your collection.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 RC<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 RC<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $486,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $486,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Total Supply<\/strong>: Unknown<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Total Supply<\/strong>: Unknown<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Balas Futebol<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Balas Futebol<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":252,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-639x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_2e4d32744a-1-639x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare SGC 2 1957 Pele #11 rookie card is worth $486,000.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare SGC 2 1957 Pele #11 rookie card is worth $486,000.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0Goldin.co<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0Goldin.co<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 rookie card is super rare because it was intended as a redemption sticker, not a card. Many were stuck and eventually damaged, but this one\u2014graded SGC 2\u2014stayed in pristine condition. It's one of the only ones left in the world and it's worth $486,000.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 1957 A Americana Balas Futebol Pele #11 rookie card is super rare because it was intended as a redemption sticker, not a card. Many were stuck and eventually damaged, but this one\u2014graded SGC 2\u2014stayed in pristine condition. It's one of the only ones left in the world and it's worth $486,000.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>2019 Topps Chrome Erling Halland Bundesliga Autographs<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Superfractor #72<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>2019 Topps Chrome Erling Halland Bundesliga Autographs<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Superfractor #72<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $432,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $432,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $442,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $442,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Topps<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Topps<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":244,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-649x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-244\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/E42xKEKX0AIusVb-649x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-244\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The Erling Haaland 2019 Topps Chrome Bundesliga Superfractor card is a unique treasure in the sports card realm. With only one in existence, it's prized for its rarity and Haaland\u2019s striking autograph.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The Erling Haaland 2019 Topps Chrome Bundesliga Superfractor card is a unique treasure in the sports card realm. With only one in existence, it's prized for its rarity and Haaland\u2019s striking autograph.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The card previously held the record for the most expensive soccer trading card ever sold when a BGS 9.5 copy fetched $442,800 in a June 2021&nbsp;Goldin auction. It captures the early promise of Haaland, now a superstar at Manchester City, known for his awe-inspiring goal streaks. As Erling\u2019s career progresses, the card's value could be worth even more.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The card previously held the record for the most expensive soccer trading card ever sold when a BGS 9.5 copy fetched $442,800 in a June 2021&nbsp;Goldin auction. It captures the early promise of Haaland, now a superstar at Manchester City, known for his awe-inspiring goal streaks. As Erling\u2019s career progresses, the card's value could be worth even more.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>2002 Panini Futebol Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal Stickers #306<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>2002 Panini Futebol Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal Stickers #306<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $540 to $110,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $540 to $110,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $98,400<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $98,400<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 23<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 23<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":248,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-248\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_47c48fc70f-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-248\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare 2002 Christiano Ronaldo Panini Futebol card #306 is his debut rookie card, valued between $540 and $110,000.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The rare 2002 Christiano Ronaldo Panini Futebol card #306 is his debut rookie card, valued between $540 and $110,000.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSA<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSA<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 2002 Panini Futebol Christiano Ronaldo card is a collector's gem. With only 23 PSA 10s, its scarcity boosts its value\u2014asking prices range from $540 to $110,000. This card depicts&nbsp;Ronaldo in his debut year for the Portuguese club Sporting CP, making it his unofficial rookie card.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 2002 Panini Futebol Christiano Ronaldo card is a collector's gem. With only 23 PSA 10s, its scarcity boosts its value\u2014asking prices range from $540 to $110,000. This card depicts&nbsp;Ronaldo in his debut year for the Portuguese club Sporting CP, making it his unofficial rookie card.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Encased within a white border, the card displays a sharp picture of Ronaldo donning the green-striped kit. Known for his record-setting feat of over 100 goals for Portugal, Christian Ronaldo was pivotal in securing the nation's first major Euro tournament win in 2016.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Encased within a white border, the card displays a sharp picture of Ronaldo donning the green-striped kit. Known for his record-setting feat of over 100 goals for Portugal, Christian Ronaldo was pivotal in securing the nation's first major Euro tournament win in 2016.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. <\/strong><strong>2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo RC #137<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. <\/strong><strong>2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo RC #137<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range:\u00a0<\/strong>$1,665 to $180,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range:\u00a0<\/strong>$1,665 to $180,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price:\u00a0<\/strong>$312,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price:\u00a0<\/strong>$312,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply:\u00a0<\/strong>38<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply:\u00a0<\/strong>38<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand:\u00a0<\/strong>Panini<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand:\u00a0<\/strong>Panini<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":250,"width":"294px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-250\" style=\"width:294px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3_76f16626b4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-250\" style=\"width:294px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p><i>A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Sports Christiano Ronaldo Mega Craqus #137 rookie card fetched $312,000 in a 2021 auction.<\/i><i>Image source:&nbsp;<\/i><i>PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p><i>A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Sports Christiano Ronaldo Mega Craqus #137 rookie card fetched $312,000 in a 2021 auction.<\/i><i>Image source:&nbsp;<\/i><i>PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo #137 rookie card is a sports card collectors' gem. This card captures Ronaldo's professional debut in Sporting Lisbon attire, showing him deftly handling the ball.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 2003 Panini Sports Mega Craques Cristiano Ronaldo #137 rookie card is a sports card collectors' gem. This card captures Ronaldo's professional debut in Sporting Lisbon attire, showing him deftly handling the ball.&nbsp;<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Its rarity stems from limited soccer card production during that period and the Portuguese league's less prominent status. Ronaldo's stellar start at Sporting CP adds value to this card. A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Ronaldo card could be an attractive investment for hardcore fans since one fetched $312,000 in October 2021.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Its rarity stems from limited soccer card production during that period and the Portuguese league's less prominent status. Ronaldo's stellar start at Sporting CP adds value to this card. A PSA gem mint 2003 Panini Ronaldo card could be an attractive investment for hardcore fans since one fetched $312,000 in October 2021.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. <\/strong><strong>2004 Panini Sports Mega Cracks Lionel Messi Rookie Card #71<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. <\/strong><strong>2004 Panini Sports Mega Cracks Lionel Messi Rookie Card #71<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $710 to $280,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $710 to $280,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $336,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $336,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 19<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 19<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":253,"width":"300px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-253\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4_a2ccb575e5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-253\" style=\"width:300px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 2004 Panini Sports Lionel Messi Mega Cracks card #71 is scarce and valuable,\u00a0 with only 19 PSA 10 examples on record.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 2004 Panini Sports Lionel Messi Mega Cracks card #71 is scarce and valuable,\u00a0 with only 19 PSA 10 examples on record.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi #71 is an eye-catching soccer rookie card with a bright background. It doesn't just look good, its value is sky-high, worth between $710 and $280,000 depending on its condition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi #71 is an eye-catching soccer rookie card with a bright background. It doesn't just look good, its value is sky-high, worth between $710 and $280,000 depending on its condition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Initially hidden in regular Panini packs, this Messi card a rare gem with only 19 cards in mint condition according to PSA. Since Messi has elevated to GOAT status in soccer, this card could be a winner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Initially hidden in regular Panini packs, this Messi card a rare gem with only 19 cards in mint condition according to PSA. Since Messi has elevated to GOAT status in soccer, this card could be a winner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. <\/strong><strong>1977 Futbol Diego Maradona Argentina Juniors #11 RC (DISCS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. <\/strong><strong>1977 Futbol Diego Maradona Argentina Juniors #11 RC (DISCS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $1,230 to $350,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $1,230 to $350,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $161,000\u00a0<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $161,000\u00a0<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 2\u00a0<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 2\u00a0<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Crack Futbol Campeonato<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Crack Futbol Campeonato<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":254,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5_e5a351ea20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-254\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>This 1977 Maradona card with only two near-mint copies is valued at up to $350,000.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>This 1977 Maradona card with only two near-mint copies is valued at up to $350,000.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1977 Futbol Diego Maradona #11 card featuring a young Maradona mid-play is a rare find from Crack Futbol Campeonato. With only two PSA near-mint copies, this card holds immense value due to the 1986 World Cup winner's legacy.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 1977 Futbol Diego Maradona #11 card featuring a young Maradona mid-play is a rare find from Crack Futbol Campeonato. With only two PSA near-mint copies, this card holds immense value due to the 1986 World Cup winner's legacy.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>With no PSA 10s among 72 graded examples, its worth continues to grow as a bona fide piece of soccer history. A PSA 7&nbsp;card fetched an impressive high of $161,000 at Goldin Auctions in March 2021.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>With no PSA 10s among 72 graded examples, its worth continues to grow as a bona fide piece of soccer history. A PSA 7&nbsp;card fetched an impressive high of $161,000 at Goldin Auctions in March 2021.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. <\/strong><strong>1959 Heinerle Pele<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. <\/strong><strong>1959 Heinerle Pele<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $740 to $24,000\u00a0<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $740 to $24,000\u00a0<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $34,440<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $34,440<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 8 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Heinerle<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Heinerle<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":255,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-255\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6_130b79a005.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-255\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card depicting him in the 53rd minute of the 1958 World Cup Final between Brazil and Sweden is immensely valuable.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card depicting him in the 53rd minute of the 1958 World Cup Final between Brazil and Sweden is immensely valuable.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card is more than a trading card. It depicts Pel\u00e9 at the 1958 World Cup match between Brazil and Sweden with an infamous action shot of the soccer legend mid-flight. It's a rarity among vintage football cards, making it highly sought after.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 1959 Heinerle Pel\u00e9 card is more than a trading card. It depicts Pel\u00e9 at the 1958 World Cup match between Brazil and Sweden with an infamous action shot of the soccer legend mid-flight. It's a rarity among vintage football cards, making it highly sought after.&nbsp;<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Coupled with a detailed backstory in German, it sparks interest beyond its aesthetic appeal. The card's desirability and rarity contribute to its value, and it\u2019s greatly appreciated by collectors.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Coupled with a detailed backstory in German, it sparks interest beyond its aesthetic appeal. The card's desirability and rarity contribute to its value, and it\u2019s greatly appreciated by collectors.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. <\/strong><strong>1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. <\/strong><strong>1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $300 to $24,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $300 to $24,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $555,960\u00a0<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $555,960\u00a0<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 1<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":256,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-256\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7_35654d08a4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-256\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A rare PSA gem mint 1979 Panini Calciatori Maradona rookie card auctioned for $555,960 in April 2021 at Goldin Auction.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A rare PSA gem mint 1979 Panini Calciatori Maradona rookie card auctioned for $555,960 in April 2021 at Goldin Auction.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona #312 is super scarce, with only one graded PSA 10. 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Well, it's Maradona's rookie card and it features him in his iconic Argentina kit.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>This mega card, fetching over half a million at a 2021 auction, is a solid bet given Maradona's everlasting contribution to soccer.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>This mega card, fetching over half a million at a 2021 auction, is a solid bet given Maradona's everlasting contribution to soccer.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. <\/strong><strong>2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm)<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. <\/strong><strong>2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm)<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $522,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $522,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 2<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 10 Supply<\/strong>: 2<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Panini<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":257,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-257\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8_f319d55536.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-257\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A PSA gem mint 2014 Panini Prizm Lionel Messi World Cup (Gold Prizm) card fetched $522,000 in an April 2022 auction.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>A PSA gem mint 2014 Panini Prizm Lionel Messi World Cup (Gold Prizm) card fetched $522,000 in an April 2022 auction.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm) is among the most expensive soccer trading cards in the world. Dressed in Argentinian colors, Messi shines in this exquisite gold card, limited to just ten copies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 2014 Panini Prizm World Cup Lionel Messi #12 (Gold Prizm) is among the most expensive soccer trading cards in the world. Dressed in Argentinian colors, Messi shines in this exquisite gold card, limited to just ten copies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>It's super rare\u2014only three cards are&nbsp;graded by PSA. This soccer card proved its worth in April 2022 when it sold for $522,000\u2014solidifying it as the second-most expensive soccer card sold to date.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>It's super rare\u2014only three cards are&nbsp;graded by PSA. This soccer card proved its worth in April 2022 when it sold for $522,000\u2014solidifying it as the second-most expensive soccer card sold to date.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. <\/strong><strong>1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card #635<\/strong><\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. <\/strong><strong>1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card #635<\/strong><\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $8,500 to $340,000<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Price Range<\/strong>: $8,500 to $340,000<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $1.3 million<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Highest Sale Price<\/strong>: $1.3 million<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>PSA 9 Supply<\/strong>: 6<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>PSA 9 Supply<\/strong>: 6<\/li>\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/list-item","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Alifabolaget\u00a0<\/li>\n","innerContent":["\n<li><strong>Brand<\/strong>: Alifabolaget\u00a0<\/li>\n"]}],"innerHTML":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n","innerContent":["\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"\n\n",null,"<\/ul>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/image","attrs":{"id":258,"width":"300px","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n","innerContent":["\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img src=\"https:\/\/moneymade.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9_304671c7de-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" style=\"width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele #635 rookie card is the most expensive soccer card on record, selling for $1.3 million in February 2021.<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele #635 rookie card is the most expensive soccer card on record, selling for $1.3 million in February 2021.<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":{"align":"center","fontSize":"small"},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><i>Image source:\u00a0PSAcard.com<\/i><\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card features a young Pele donning the iconic Brazilian team jersey on a pristine surface with sharp corners. This rare card is a serious collector's dream.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie Card features a young Pele donning the iconic Brazilian team jersey on a pristine surface with sharp corners. This rare card is a serious collector's dream.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Only six cards have the highest PSA 9 grade. Rally listed a PSA 9-graded 1958 Alifabolaget Pele card in January 2021 for $315,000 before selling it for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022\u2014a 422% return for investors.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Only six cards have the highest PSA 9 grade. Rally listed a PSA 9-graded 1958 Alifabolaget Pele card in January 2021 for $315,000 before selling it for a record-breaking $1.33 million in February 2022\u2014a 422% return for investors.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Earlier, a PSA 8 Alifabolaget Pele sold for $340,100 on PWCC Marketplace in March 2021. This rare card is more than a collector's item\u2014it's an investment in soccer\u2019s global history through an unforgettable keepsake.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Earlier, a PSA 8 Alifabolaget Pele sold for $340,100 on PWCC Marketplace in March 2021. This rare card is more than a collector's item\u2014it's an investment in soccer\u2019s global history through an unforgettable keepsake.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":3},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h3>\n","innerContent":["\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h3>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Soccer cards can be lucrative assets for years to come. Produced by brands like the reputable Topps company, sports cards are coveted pieces of memorabilia that can increase significantly in value over time.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Soccer cards can be lucrative assets for years to come. Produced by brands like the reputable Topps company, sports cards are coveted pieces of memorabilia that can increase significantly in value over time.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for more detailed information on which cards to invest in, visit the PSA site or other reputable sites dedicated to card grading or collecting. Pay special attention to the condition and rarity of the cards\u2014older UEFA cards that are still in mint condition can fetch high prices.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for more detailed information on which cards to invest in, visit the PSA site or other reputable sites dedicated to card grading or collecting. Pay special attention to the condition and rarity of the cards\u2014older UEFA cards that are still in mint condition can fetch high prices.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>So stay informed, look out for good deals, and if the price is right, don\u2019t hesitate to click that \u2018buy\u2019 button.&nbsp;Collecting is just like being a forward in soccer: it\u2019s all about timing your shot.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>So stay informed, look out for good deals, and if the price is right, don\u2019t hesitate to click that \u2018buy\u2019 button.&nbsp;Collecting is just like being a forward in soccer: it\u2019s all about timing your shot.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":4},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h4>\n","innerContent":["\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h4>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What are the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What are the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The most valuable soccer cards include the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele, 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona, and 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The most valuable soccer cards include the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele, 1979 Panini Calciatori Diego Maradona, and 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Why are soccer cards valuable?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Why are soccer cards valuable?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Soccer cards hold value based on player fame, rarity, condition, and the brand.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Soccer cards hold value based on player fame, rarity, condition, and the brand.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. What is the highest-selling soccer card?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. What is the highest-selling soccer card?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele rookie card sold for a record $1.33 million.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 1958 Alifabolaget Pele rookie card sold for a record $1.33 million.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Are soccer cards a good investment?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Yes, rare soccer cards have seen significant value appreciation over time.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Yes, rare soccer cards have seen significant value appreciation over time.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Which brands produce the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Which brands produce the most valuable soccer cards?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>Top brands include Panini, Topps, and Alifabolaget.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>Top brands include Panini, Topps, and Alifabolaget.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. How much is a Lionel Messi rookie card worth?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. How much is a Lionel Messi rookie card worth?<\/h5>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/paragraph","attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi rookie card can be worth up to $336,000.<\/p>\n","innerContent":["\n<p>The 2004 Panini Mega Cracks Lionel Messi rookie card can be worth up to $336,000.<\/p>\n"]},{"blockName":null,"attrs":[],"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n\n","innerContent":["\n\n"]},{"blockName":"core\/heading","attrs":{"level":5},"innerBlocks":[],"innerHTML":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. What factors affect the value of soccer cards?<\/h5>\n","innerContent":["\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. 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