Messi was an otherworldly talent from the jump, though you do not have to travel to outer space to land a card as out of this world as this 2004 Mundi Cromo Liga rookie. While the Argentine icon’s 2004-05 Mega Cracks is widely regarded as his premier first-year card, this Spanish issue is technically Messi’s earliest soccer release.
This issue owes its lack of notoriety to the fact that it was not produced by a major manufacturer, though given its PSA 10 population of just 47 and its low price point compared to Messi’s Mega Cracks, it is hard not to see value in this underappreciated card. Featuring Messi’s birth name “Luis,” this issue is extremely difficult to find with quality centering, making this PSA 10 example one of the finest in existence.
The certification number on this card has been checked against the third-party grader's online database and is active as of 09/02/2025.
