2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer Guide

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Total

2118

Insert Inserts

1018

Parallel Parallels

1555

Auto Autos

384

Relic Relics

234

Numbered Numbered

1364

Release date: Wednesday 26th April 2017
2017 Panini Aficionado Soccer revived a short-lived 1990s baseball brand, adapting its distinctive style for football. The set mixes players from international club leagues and national teams across a 190-card base checklist, which includes a Global Reach subset spotlighting worldwide stars like Lionel Messi and James Rodríguez. The base design mirrors the original Aficionado look, with a foil player portrait on one side and an action shot on the other. Parallels include Artist’s Proof Red (/99), Bronze (/49), Gold (1/1), and First Kick case hits.

Each 10-pack Hobby box delivers one autograph, one memorabilia card, and several inserts, with one parallel per pack. Autographs feature both active and retired legends such as Diego Maradona, Pelé, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Renato Sanches, numbered to 149 or fewer. Themes include International Ink, First Impressions, and Endorsements. Memorabilia cards arrive as Authentics, available in both single- and dual-swatch formats with parallels. Inserts reflect bold 1990s design, including Forza (a case hit celebrating goal scorers) and Power Surge (lightning-themed, with Artist’s Proof parallels).

Boxes Available

Hobby Box

Hobby Box
Current Avg
£350
+£250 (+250%) Launch RRP £100
Updated 10 Oct 2025
Configuration
Boxes/Case
12
Packs/Box
10
Cards/Pack
8
Guaranteed Hits
AutoAutos: 1 RelicRelics: 1 NumberedNumbered: 3

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Players

274

Players included in the full checklist.

Teams

34

Teams featured across the set.

FAQs

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer FAQs

Quick answers generated from the checklist, box and collection data available on Fanter.

What boxes are available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer boxes include Hobby Box (10 packs, 8 cards per pack) with 1 guaranteed auto, 1 guaranteed relic and 3 guaranteed numbered cards at £350.

How much is 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

Current listed pricing for 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer is around £350, depending on box format and availability.

What are the chase cards in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer includes chase cards for players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr, Pele, Diego Maradona, Gareth Bale, Robert Lewandowski, Luis Suarez, Kevin De Bruyne and Gianluigi Buffon. These are some of the rarer or more desirable cards collectors may look for in the set.

What autos are available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

The autographs available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer include Endorsements, First Impressions and International Ink from players like Harry Kane, Christian Pulisic, Arjen Robben, Mario Gotze and Renato Sanches.

What relics are available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

The relics available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer include Authentics and Dual Authentics from players like Harry Kane, James Rodriguez, Mario Gotze, Anthony Martial and Alvaro Morata.

What teams appear in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer features cards from 34 teams: AC Milan, Argentina, Atletico Madrid, Austria, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Belgium, Boca Juniors, Borussia Dortmund, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, England, France, Germany, Inter Milan, Italy, Juventus, Lazio, Marseille, Mexico, Netherlands, Olympiacos, Poland, Portugal, PSG, Real Madrid, Schalke, Spain, Switzerland, United States, Uruguay and Wales.

What players are in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer includes 274 players across the checklist. Players include Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr, Pele, Diego Maradona, Gareth Bale, Robert Lewandowski, Luis Suarez, Kevin De Bruyne, Gianluigi Buffon, Thomas Muller, Mesut Ozil, Luka Modric, Toni Kroos, Sergio Ramos, Eden Hazard, Harry Kane, Antoine Griezmann, Paulo Dybala, Sergio Aguero, Manuel Neuer, Christian Pulisic, Arjen Robben, James Rodriguez, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mario Gotze, Renato Sanches, Anthony Martial, Paul Pogba, Alvaro Morata, Edinson Cavani, Andrea Pirlo, Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta, Franz Beckenbauer, Roberto Baggio, Bobby Charlton, Thierry Henry and Steven Gerrard. You can browse every player in the full checklist above.

Are there numbered cards in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

Yes. 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer includes 1,364 numbered checklist entries, with numbering such as /199.

What inserts are available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

The inserts available in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer include Authentics, Craftwork, Dual Authentics, Endorsements, First Impressions, Forza, Heroes, International Ink, Magic Numbers, Meteor and Power Surge.

How many cards are in the 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer checklist?

The 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer checklist currently includes 2,118 card entries including 1,018 inserts, 384 autographs, 234 relics and 1,364 numbered cards.

When was 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer released?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer was released on 26 April 2017.

Which cards are most valuable in 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

Based on Fanter valuation data, higher-value 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer cards have included players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Ronaldo Nazario and Pele. Values vary by rarity, autograph status, condition and recent sales.

Is 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer good for breakers?

2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer has breaker activity on Fanter, with 14 saved breaker lists. The most common setup is currently team-based, but breakers should still check spot depth, box cost and chase-card distribution.

Where can I see the full checklist for 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer?

You can see the full 2017-18 Panini Aficionado Soccer checklist on Fanter at https://fanter.co.uk/panini/aficionado-soccer-2017/checklist. The checklist includes filters for players, teams and card types where data is available.