Having recently returned to the heights of Italian football, it’s easy to forget just how much of a force Parma were in their heyday in Serie A in the 90’s and early ’00s. Parma’s Glory Days in Serie A It’s the classic tale of a star burning ‘twice as bright’ but only for ‘half as long’. With the cause being financial mismanagement and all-round corporate… Read More »7 Classic Parma Legends to Collect
As one of the proudest developmental setups in the world, it’s no wonder that there were a few Sporting Lisbon rookies who ascended to the heights they promised from the beginning. The Best Sporting Lisbon Rookies Sporting Lisbon, one of Portugal’s most storied football clubs, has long been renowned for its exceptional youth academy, consistently producing top-tier talent that goes on to excel. Some obviously… Read More »4 Sporting Lisbon Rookies Who Made It Big
In the illustrious and celebrated history of Real Madrid, the term ‘Galácticos’ has become synonymous with superstar players who embody the club’s ethos of excellence, flair, success… and money. What is the ‘Galacticos’ Project? Oh gosh, how much time do you have? Let’s explain this in very simple terms. Have you ever played Football Manager after discovering the Editor function? And have you then proceeded… Read More »7 Most Popular Real Madrid ‘Galacticos’
As a United fan, it’s very easy for me to get all teary-eyes and wistful about what a great player Kobbie Mainoo can be for club and country. But in terms of ‘investability’, this an objective understanding. The Growth of Kobbie Mainoo It’s been an amazing season for Kobbie Mainoo. Of should I say, an amazing six months… Although Erik Ten Hag had sounded him… Read More »How to ‘Invest’ in Kobbie Mainoo in 2024
With EURO 2024 on the horizon, football fans and collectors alike are on the lookout for players who are poised to make a significant impact during the tournament. England’s Chances at EURO 2024 England, a perennial title contender, boasts a talented squad filled with potential stars who could light up the competition, which has been the case since they won the World Cup in 1966.… Read More »4 English Players to Collect Before EURO 2024
I might be a bit biased when I say that the 2006 World Cup, held in Germany, was a delight to behold. Mainly because it was the first one I was old enough to fully remember in its wonderful entirety. A Recap of the 2006 World Cup It was a real showstopper of an international tournament. With unforgettable moments, dramatic matches, and standout performances, it… Read More »The Most Collectible Stars from the 2006 World Cup
The whole reason I started Hobby FC was my own love of football cards, which has since grown to encompass the broader world of memorabilia. So, it’s about time I wrote this to be honest! How to preserve Football Cards Much like we discussed in our earlier article on maintaining your football shirts, there are certain habits you need to build into your collectors’ routine… Read More »How to Keep Football Cards in Mint Condition (2024)
Times have gotten a bit tough recently, and so it’s no wonder that the names of certain Everton cult heroes remain on the lips of many fans with their allegiance to the blue section of Merseyside. The Best Everton Cult Heroes There’s no way around this, Everton is a major footballing institution. Perhaps not at the levels of where we used to be, but there’s… Read More »5 Everton Cult Heroes Fans Still Love
The North American Soccer League (NASL) may have been short-lived, but it boasted an impressive roster of football legends who graced its pitches during its heyday. A Brief Review of the NASL It was absolutely ostentatious for the time. But pretty tame by today’s standards. I suppose we have Saudi Arabia’s silly spending to thank for that – as we’ve covered with the most in-demand… Read More »7 Football Legends Who Played in the NASL
I’ve always ranked football cards among the very top choices of football memorabilia, and there’s enough evidence to show that, if done right, they could become a very decent investment. Are Football Cards an ‘Investment’? Well, let’s defined what an ‘investment’ is, shall we? “An investment is an asset or item that is purchased with the hope that it will generate income or appreciate in value at… Read More »How to Invest in Football Cards in 2024
