2024-25 Panini Prizm Premier Leagues Soccer Hobby box
- Configuration: 12 packs/box, 12 cards/pack
- Guaranteed content (on average per box):1 Autograph card4 Silver Prizm parallel cards5 numbered Prizm parallel cards8 additional Prizm parallel cards6 insert or insert parallel cards
Get ready for the newest generation of the Premier League: Introducing the 2024-25 Panini Prizm Premier League Soccer Hobby Box!
Each "2024-25 Panini Prizm Premier League Soccer Hobby Box" offers a unique opportunity to expand your collection, as it contains, on average, one autographed card, four Silver Prizm parallel cards, five numbered parallel cards, eight additional Prizm cards, and six insert or insert parallel cards.
What's in the box: The pinnacle of collector's value
The 300-card base set features the top players from all 20 Premier League teams, from the reigning champions Manchester City to football giants like Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea. Collectors can find cards of stars such as Erling Haaland, Mohamed Salah, Bukayo Saka, and Cole Palmer.
As is the trademark of the Prizm series, there is no shortage of parallel cards this year. Alongside the Hobby-exclusive, highly sought-after Genesis, Blue Ice, and the unique Black (1/1) parallels, numerous other numbered and unnumbered versions can be found, each increasing the rarity and value of a card.
Rare treasures and legendary signatures
The 2024-25 season marks the debut of the extremely rare, Japanese manga-style Manga inserts, which are already among the top targets for collectors. In addition, industry classics such as the vibrant Color Blast and the nostalgic Prizm Flashback - 2014, which evokes the design of the 2014 Prizm basketball set, are also returning.
Among the guaranteed autograph cards, you can find the signatures of legendary figures and current superstars like David Beckham, Manchester City's successful manager Pep Guardiola, and Chelsea's rising star, Cole Palmer. The "Signatures," "Penmanship," "Club Legend Signatures," and "Dual Signatures" sets all provide a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of football history.
Panini America: The Unavoidable Brand of Collectible Sports Cards and Stickers
Panini America is one of the most dominant players in the collectible sports card and sticker market, operating as the American subsidiary of the Italian Panini Group. The brand's name is synonymous with high-quality, officially licensed products, and it maintains a close relationship with the major American sports leagues.
The parent company, headquartered in Modena and founded by the Panini brothers in 1961, became world-renowned for its sticker albums associated with the FIFA World Cup. Panini America was established in 2009 and quickly rose to the forefront of the market after acquiring the exclusive licensing rights for the NBA (National Basketball Association) and the NFL (National Football League). This effectively made it the sole ruler of the basketball and American football card market. The company further strengthened its position by acquiring the historic Donruss brand.
Product Range and Market:
Panini America's product portfolio is extremely broad, targeting every segment of collectors. Their most popular products include:
- Sports Cards: They offer card packs and boxes in various price ranges and levels of exclusivity. Among their most popular brand names are Prizm, Select, National Treasures, and Flawless, which often contain autographed or memorabilia cards (containing a piece of a jersey), thereby increasing their collectible value.
- Sticker Albums: Continuing the traditional Panini heritage, they also produce sticker albums for the American market, primarily related to the major sports leagues.
- Digital Collections: Adapting to the demands of the modern era, Panini America is also present in the digital space, allowing for the online collection and trading of cards.
- Memorabilia: Beyond cards and stickers, they also distribute autographed jerseys, balls, and other sports memorabilia.
The company does not only focus on American sports but is also a significant player in the international soccer (football) market, for example, as the official partner of the FIFA World Cup and the English Premier League. Additionally, they create collectible products for popular entertainment franchises such as Disney or Fortnite.
Significance and Reputation:
Panini America represents the pinnacle of the collecting hobby, especially in the United States. By holding exclusive licenses, a significant portion of the most sought-after rookie cards and rarities come from their products. The brand name guarantees quality and authenticity, which is essential in the secondary market where a single rare card can sell for millions of dollars. Panini America actively communicates with the collector community through online platforms and social media, constantly maintaining interest in their products.