Major League Soccer has taken a page out of Major League Baseball’s book by introducing the highly anticipated 2024 Topps Chrome Debut Patch cards. Following the success of MLB’s 2023 Topps Chrome Update, MLS has now entered the Debut Patch card arena, sparking excitement among fans and collectors. The release of the 2024 MLS Topps Chrome on December 4 has given collectors a new set to obsess over, and the recent pull of Hugo Lloris’s redemption card has sent shockwaves through the community.
The thrilling discovery took place on December 7 at E and J Boutique in Brooklyn, NY, where Andy Wert opened a hobby box of the new MLS product and uncovered the coveted Hugo Lloris Debut Patch Card redemption. Lloris, renowned as one of the greatest goalkeepers in history, led France to a World Cup victory in 2018 and holds the record for the most appearances in the French national team’s history with 145 caps. His debut in MLS with Los Angeles FC this year has elevated the value of this card, making it a treasure for fans and collectors alike.
Priced at a modest $120, the hobby box offers two chrome autographs per box, but it was the redemption card for Hugo Lloris that stole the show as one of the most sought-after pulls in the set.
The launch of the 2024 MLS Topps Chrome marks a significant milestone for the league as it delves into Debut Patch Cards, featuring authentic jersey patches from players’ inaugural MLS matches. Among the 35 Debut Patch Cards in the set, global stars like Luis Suárez of Inter Miami, Emil Forsberg of the New York Red Bulls, and Federico Redondo of Inter Miami stand out prominently. Hugo Lloris’s Debut Patch Card shines as a standout piece, bridging his illustrious international career with his recent journey into Major League Soccer.
Unlike the soaring prices of MLB’s 2023 Topps Chrome Update hobby boxes, which have climbed to $400 on the secondary market, the 2024 MLS Topps Chrome product remains an affordable option at $120 per box. With several high-profile Debut Patch Cards still up for grabs, such as those of Suárez and Forsberg, collectors are eagerly joining the hunt for these prized possessions.
By introducing Debut Patch Cards, MLS is expanding its footprint in the collectibles realm, capturing the attention of a burgeoning collector community yearning for distinctive memorabilia. As enthusiasts continue to rip open packs in anticipation, the buzz surrounding the 2024 MLS Topps Chrome release shows no signs of waning. With Hugo Lloris’s redemption card causing a stir, fans are eagerly awaiting the unveiling of the remaining iconic cards yet to surface.
