2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA Guide

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Total

1586

Insert Inserts

Parallels

1300

Auto Autos

830

Relic Relics

Numbered

1300

Total Cards

1586

Insert Icon Inserts

Parallel Icon Parallels

1300

Auto Icon Autos

830

Relic Icon Relics

Numbered Icon Numbered

1300

Release date: Friday 29th July 2022

2021–22 Topps Inception UEFA Club Competitions builds on the success of Topps’ debut Inception Soccer release, expanding beyond the UEFA Champions League to also include players from the Europa League and Europa Conference League. Maintaining its reputation for bold artwork and premium card quality, Inception 2021–22 showcases a deeper and more diverse player lineup across all UEFA tournaments.

The 108-card base set is thematically divided into six sections — First XI, Highlights, Star Quality, Emerging Stars, Succession, and Legacy — covering everything from modern icons and breakout rookies to enduring legends. Parallels are available in six levels, numbered to /99, /49, /25, /10, /5, and 1/1.

Autographs and memorabilia take centre stage once again, featuring both individual signatures and multi-player formats, including dual and quad book autographs alongside patch autograph cards. Combining artful design, a premium finish, and a checklist spanning UEFA’s elite competitions, Topps Inception 2021–22 solidified the brand as one of the most visually distinctive and collectible football card lines in the hobby.

Boxes Available

Hobby Box

Current Avg

£450

+£350 (+350%) Launch RRP £100

Updated 16 Oct 2025

Configuration

Packs/Box: 1
Cards/Pack: 7

Guaranteed Hits

Autos: 1

Hobby Box

Current Avg

£450

+£350 (+350%) Launch RRP £100

Updated 16 Oct 2025

Configuration

Packs/Box: 1
Cards/Pack: 7

Guaranteed Hits

Autos: 1

Box Breakdown

Base

5 cards

First XI

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Highlights

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Legacy

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Star Quality

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Succession

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Insert

1 cards

Emerging Stars

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Auto

11 cards

Dual Book Autographs

Dual

3 parallels /10 → /1

Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Emerging Stars Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

First XI Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Highlights Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Legacy Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Legend Dual Book Autographs

Dual

3 parallels /10 → /1

Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Quad Book Autographs

Dual

1 parallel /1

Gold /1

Short Print Auto

3 parallels /10 → /1

Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Star Quality Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Succession Auto

6 parallels /99 → /1

Green /99 Blue /49 Purple /25 Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Then and Now Dual Book Autographs

Dual

3 parallels /10 → /1

Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

Auto Relic

1 cards

Patch Auto

3 parallels /10 → /1

Red /10 Orange /5 Gold /1

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Breakers Corner

Inception UEFA Fact Sheet

Quick stats and live hobby activity to help you decide how to break this product and understand current demand.

Players

153

Players included in the full checklist.

Teams

Teams featured across the set.

Rookies

Confirmed rookie cards to chase.

FAQs

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA FAQs

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

What boxes are available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA boxes include Hobby Box (1 pack, 7 cards per pack) with 1 guaranteed auto at £450.

How much is 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

Current listed pricing for 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA is around £450, depending on box format and availability.

What are the chase cards in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA includes chase cards for players such as Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Cristiano Ronaldo, Robert Lewandowski, Vinicius Jr, Neymar Jr, Cole Palmer and Gavi. These are some of the rarer or more desirable cards collectors may look for in the set.

What autos are available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

The autographs available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA include Dual Book Autographs, Emerging Stars Auto, First XI Auto, Highlights Auto, Legacy Auto, Legend Dual Book Autographs, Patch Auto, Quad Book Autographs, Short Print Auto, Star Quality Auto, Succession Auto and Then and Now Dual Book Autographs from players like Steven Gerrard, Luka Modric, Thomas Muller, Heung-Min Son and Virgil van Dijk.

What relics are available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

The relics available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA include Patch Auto from players like Thomas Muller, Heung-Min Son, Joshua Kimmich, Marco Reus and Mason Mount.

What rookies are in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA includes 13 rookie cards: Cole Palmer, Gavi, Jonathan David, Benjamin Sesko, Anthony Elanga, Alejandro Balde, Nuno Mendes, Nico Gonzalez, Antonio Blanco, Eliot Matazo, Kaio Jorge, Koni De Winter and Liam Delap.

What teams appear in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA features cards from 32 teams: AC Milan, Ajax, AS Roma, Atalanta, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Benfica, Borussia Dortmund, BSC Young Boys, Celtic, Chelsea, Club Brugge, Inter Milan, Juventus, Lazio, Leicester City, Lille, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Marseille, Monaco, Napoli, PSG, PSV Eindhoven, RB Leipzig, Real Madrid, Salzburg, Tottenham, Villarreal and West Ham.

What players are in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA includes 153 players across the checklist. Players include Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Cristiano Ronaldo, Robert Lewandowski, Vinicius Jr, Neymar Jr, Cole Palmer, Gavi, Mohamed Salah, Kevin De Bruyne, Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, Pedri, Paolo Maldini, Xavi, Andres Iniesta, Franz Beckenbauer, Steven Gerrard, Karim Benzema, Luka Modric, Thomas Muller, Heung-Min Son, Virgil van Dijk, William Saliba, Joshua Kimmich, Marco Reus, Mason Mount, Phil Foden, Eduardo Camavinga, Alphonso Davies, Andrea Pirlo, Samuel Eto'o, Federico Valverde, Achraf Hakimi, Declan Rice, Rafael Leao, Lautaro Martinez, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Xabi Alonso, Toni Kroos, Peter Schmeichel, Michael Owen, Paul Scholes, Franco Baresi, Christopher Nkunku and Sandro Tonali. You can browse every player in the full checklist above.

Are there numbered cards in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

Yes. 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA includes 1,300 numbered checklist entries, with numbering such as /99.

What inserts are available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

The inserts available in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA include Emerging Stars.

How many cards are in the 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA checklist?

The 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA checklist currently includes 1,586 card entries including 70 inserts, 830 autographs, 40 relics and 1,300 numbered cards.

When was 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA released?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA was released on 29 July 2022.

Which cards are most valuable in 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

Based on Fanter valuation data, higher-value 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA cards have included players such as Jude Bellingham, Alphonso Davies and Kai Havertz. Values vary by rarity, autograph status, condition and recent sales.

Is 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA good for breakers?

2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA has breaker activity on Fanter, with 6 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 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA?

You can see the full 2021-22 Topps Inception UEFA checklist on Fanter at https://fanter.co.uk/topps/inception-uefa-2021-2022/checklist. The checklist includes filters for players, teams and card types where data is available.