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MGC Returns to TalkSport to Discuss 1/1 Erling Haaland Topps Card

This article is written for football fans and collectors following the latest news in the hobby.

MGC’s Second TalkSport Appearance

On Wednesday 3 September, Majesty Grading Company’s co-founder Jake Kirkham made his second appearance on TalkSport, the UK’s biggest sports radio network. The discussion centred on one of the most talked-about pulls of the year — the 1/1 Erling Haaland Topps card that was revealed live at the Topps Premier League launch party.

The Topps Premier League Launch Party

The event, hosted at the new Fanatics store, brought together collectors, influencers and football fans to celebrate the release of the latest Topps Premier League product. In front of a live audience, a true one-of-a-kind was uncovered — the Erling Haaland 1/1 card. The room erupted, and the news quickly spread across the hobby.

Why the Haaland 1/1 Matters

One-of-one cards (often printed with a “1/1” stamp) are unique — no duplicates exist. For a player of Haaland’s calibre, already breaking records in the Premier League and Champions League, owning his 1/1 Topps card is the ultimate prize. These cards often command huge attention from collectors worldwide and can achieve staggering prices at auction.

Jake’s Insights on TalkSport

Invited back after a successful first appearance, Jake joined the TalkSport team to explain what makes this card so significant. His discussion covered:

  • Rarity: Why 1/1 cards are the pinnacle of modern collecting.
  • Value: How unique cards tied to football icons like Haaland can achieve international demand.
  • Excitement: The electric moment when a rare card is pulled live in front of a crowd.
  • Trust: How grading and encapsulation by a professional card grading company can protect the card for the long term.

Connecting the Hobby with the Mainstream

Moments like this show how trading cards are crossing into mainstream sports culture. TalkSport’s coverage highlighted how grading and collecting are no longer niche — they are part of the wider conversation in football. Jake’s presence on air showcased MGC’s role in bringing professionalism, speed, and integrity to the UK grading scene.

What’s Next for Collectors?

The pull of the Haaland 1/1 has sparked fresh excitement around sports card grading in the UK. Collectors are increasingly looking to preserve their big hits, and MGC’s services — from Pokemon card grading through to football card grading — are giving hobbyists peace of mind that their treasures are safe and professionally presented.

Final Thoughts

Jake’s second appearance on TalkSport marks another milestone for the UK collecting community. By bringing card grading into mainstream football discussion, moments like this are helping the hobby grow stronger than ever. And with the Erling Haaland 1/1 now cemented as one of the most exciting pulls of the season, collectors everywhere are reminded just how thrilling the hobby can be.

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