The U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) has long been a powerhouse, but in 2025, stars Sophia Smith and Naomi Girma are driving a seismic shift in the sports card market. Their 2024 Topps Chrome Women’s UEFA Champions League autographed cards, particularly 1/1 Superfractors, have fetched prices from $50,000 to $100,000 at auction, fueled by their standout performances in the 2024 Paris Olympics and the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). As women’s soccer gains mainstream traction, these cards are redefining the collectibles landscape. This article explores the rise of women’s soccer cards, key 2025 auction highlights, and the forces propelling Smith and Girma to the forefront of this booming market.…

Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ unparalleled two-way superstar, has redefined baseball with his historic 50-50 season in 2024—50 home runs and 50 stolen bases—cementing his status as a global icon. In 2025, his trading cards, particularly the 2024 Topps Chrome Dual Auto 1/1 featuring signatures from both his pitching and hitting roles, have taken the U.S. collectibles market by storm, with one fetching $1.2 million at Sotheby’s. This article explores Ohtani’s dominance in the baseball card market, key 2025 auction highlights, the rarity of his dual autos, and the forces driving this collecting frenzy. Ohtani’s Unmatched Appeal Ohtani’s ability to excel as both a pitcher and a hitter has…