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Topps announces return as Premier League trading card licensee for 2025-26 season

The Topps Company has revealed its return as an official licensee of the Premier League with the release of Topps Premier League 2025/26 Trading Cards

  • Cards will launch in three waves beginning Aug. 7 in UK retail
  • Collection features innovative designs and premium technology
  • Special cards include autographs and ultra-rare Diamond Rookie Cards

  • WHAT HAPPENED

    Topps officially announced its return to the Premier League trading card market after securing licensing rights for the 2025-26 season. The company unveiled plans for a phased global release strategy, with UK retail distribution beginning Aug. 7, followed by international and European retail on August 21, and specialty hobby boxes launching Sept. 17. The announcement highlighted several premium card categories, including Chrome King Legend Cards featuring past stars and ultra-rare Diamond Rookie Cards limited to just 10 top prospects.

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  • THE FULL COLLECTION

    Card TypeDescription
    Rookie CardsMarking a player's first official trading card, each features the RC logo and is highly sought after by collectors.
    Chrome King Legend CardsShowcases legendary players using Topps’ premium Chrome technology. Includes ultra-rare parallels, sequentially numbered editions, and autograph versions.
    Gold Lion (Semi Rare)Printed with gleaming gold foil and the Premier League Lion emblem, highlighting select players with a striking liquid-silver finish.
    Premier Pull Cards (Mega Rare)A rare mini-chase set featuring elite current stars and iconic Premier League legends.
    Autograph Cards (Super Rare)Includes genuine player autographs, with ultra-rare parallel versions also available.
    Diamond Rookie Cards (Ultra Rare)Limited short prints featuring the RC logo, spotlighting just 10 of the most promising rookie talents for the 2025/26 Premier League season.
    Additional Uncommon InsertsIncludes Perfect Storm, Heat Vision, Home Advantage, Headliner, Pro Precision, and Beast Mode.

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    This licensing agreement represents a significant shift in the sports trading card landscape, as Topps returns to producing Premier League cards after previously losing licensing rights to its competitors, Panini.

  • WHAT’S NEXT?

    Collectors can prepare for the initial UK retail release on Aug. 7, with hobby shops and international retailers receiving product later in August and September.

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