4 days ago
While celebrating WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago with Panini America, Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith reflected on seeing herself on a trading card, how it feels to see fans collecting cards, and how A'ja Wilson's mentorship has helped her embrace the Aces' winning culture and grow her game.
During an exclusive chat with The Blast, Smith also shared her thoughts on Flavor Flav's SHE Weekend and how he included the Aces, what she thought about LeBron James' big move, and where her favorite spot is in Las Vegas when she's not on the court.
The Aces forward joined Panini America at All-Star Weekend to meet fans, open packs, and sign Panini cards. According to Panini America, they are hosting NaLyssa Smith and other players and legends at WNBA Live in Chicago surrounding WNBA All-Star Weekend. "Panini's activation will offer fans custom Panini WNBA digital trading cards, exclusive trading card packs, and surprise player meet-and-greets. Autographed memorabilia from Panini's collection will also be on display for fans to see," a Panini representative told The Blast.
Smith took some time out of her day during All-Star Weekend on Friday to sign Panini cards for fans. She said the best part is getting to meet everyone.
"I think it's been [partnering with Panini] huge," she told The Blast exclusively. "I love always getting to interact with fans, so having an opportunity to spread that joy and just have people come out and get their cards signed, I think it's been huge."
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During an exclusive chat with The Blast, Smith also shared her thoughts on Flavor Flav's SHE Weekend and how he included the Aces, what she thought about LeBron James' big move, and where her favorite spot is in Las Vegas when she's not on the court.
The Aces forward joined Panini America at All-Star Weekend to meet fans, open packs, and sign Panini cards. According to Panini America, they are hosting NaLyssa Smith and other players and legends at WNBA Live in Chicago surrounding WNBA All-Star Weekend. "Panini's activation will offer fans custom Panini WNBA digital trading cards, exclusive trading card packs, and surprise player meet-and-greets. Autographed memorabilia from Panini's collection will also be on display for fans to see," a Panini representative told The Blast.
Smith took some time out of her day during All-Star Weekend on Friday to sign Panini cards for fans. She said the best part is getting to meet everyone.
"I think it's been [partnering with Panini] huge," she told The Blast exclusively. "I love always getting to interact with fans, so having an opportunity to spread that joy and just have people come out and get their cards signed, I think it's been huge."
#panini #fans #aces
15 days ago
Panini World Cup stickers: Everything to know about collecting, including where to find and trade in 2026 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Taking place every four years, the FIFA World Cup often brings with it an unprecedented level of exclusive merchandise that can only be found when the tournament comes around.
One of the most popular World Cup collectibles is the Panini sticker album, which features stickers for many of the 1,248 players across the 48 participating rosters at the 2026 tournament.
Every four years, the Panini album is a globally popular collectible, as fans all around the world attempt to fill their sticker books with every single player at the tournament.
The Sporting News takes a look at why the album is such a famous and exciting collectible event, and how you can begin collecting it yourself.
Taking place every four years, the FIFA World Cup often brings with it an unprecedented level of exclusive merchandise that can only be found when the tournament comes around.
One of the most popular World Cup collectibles is the Panini sticker album, which features stickers for many of the 1,248 players across the 48 participating rosters at the 2026 tournament.
Every four years, the Panini album is a globally popular collectible, as fans all around the world attempt to fill their sticker books with every single player at the tournament.
The Sporting News takes a look at why the album is such a famous and exciting collectible event, and how you can begin collecting it yourself.
1 month ago
The humble Panini World Cup sticker album has once again captured the imagination of football fans across the world, proving its enduring appeal far beyond the pitch.
Adam Martin, a collectibles shop owner, recently witnessed this phenomenon first-hand. Bringing boxes of the coveted stickers to a Formula 1 race in May, intending to give them to friends. Instead, he was met with an unexpected surge of interest.
"When I walked in with this box of cards," Martin recalled, "hundreds of people of all creeds and cultures said something: 'Where did you get those? How can I get some?' Those Panini stickers are just that iconic collectible that goes beyond sports collectors."
The tradition of collecting these iconic stickers dates back to 1970, when four Italian brothers secured the rights to produce images for a mere $1,000. Over five decades later, these collectible images of players and teams are a global sensation, with fans of all ages eagerly purchasing packs and swapping duplicates to complete their albums.
This year's edition, boasting an unprecedented 980 distinct stickers, is the largest yet, partly attributed to an enlarged 48-team tournament. The immense popularity has turned them into a hot commodity, with many retailers reporting sold-out stock and backorders potentially not shipping until after the tournament champion is crowned.
Adam Martin, a collectibles shop owner, recently witnessed this phenomenon first-hand. Bringing boxes of the coveted stickers to a Formula 1 race in May, intending to give them to friends. Instead, he was met with an unexpected surge of interest.
"When I walked in with this box of cards," Martin recalled, "hundreds of people of all creeds and cultures said something: 'Where did you get those? How can I get some?' Those Panini stickers are just that iconic collectible that goes beyond sports collectors."
The tradition of collecting these iconic stickers dates back to 1970, when four Italian brothers secured the rights to produce images for a mere $1,000. Over five decades later, these collectible images of players and teams are a global sensation, with fans of all ages eagerly purchasing packs and swapping duplicates to complete their albums.
This year's edition, boasting an unprecedented 980 distinct stickers, is the largest yet, partly attributed to an enlarged 48-team tournament. The immense popularity has turned them into a hot commodity, with many retailers reporting sold-out stock and backorders potentially not shipping until after the tournament champion is crowned.
1 month ago
Quite the career change.
It was one of the surprises in Thomas Tuchel's squad list: Harry Maguire had not been selected to play at the World Cup with England.
But no matter, the English defender still found a reason to go to England.
In a video circulating on social media, the English defender was spotted... selling Panini stickers at a stand in New York.
It was one of the surprises in Thomas Tuchel's squad list: Harry Maguire had not been selected to play at the World Cup with England.
But no matter, the English defender still found a reason to go to England.
In a video circulating on social media, the English defender was spotted... selling Panini stickers at a stand in New York.
2 months ago
We have a lot to talk about this week. McDonald’s World Cup cups, the actual World Cup… and more.
Since prediction markets are hot right now, I am going down a list of cool stuff and giving percent chances things will happen. Let’s dive in!!
1. Chance Pauline Astier is a Sophie Cunningham-style phenomenon by the end of this WNBA season (74%)
ATTENTION EVERYONE: We have a new official Favorite WNBA Player here at Mail Day, and her name is Pauline Astier. And, of course, as it was with Cam Schlittler and everyone else we fall in card-love with here… she has no official rookie card.
There’s a Slam Deck card from 2023 – the set that became famous for having Victor Wembanyama’s non-SI For Kids “rookie” card. And there are a couple Panini Instants that can lay claim to being her “rookie” – but nothing in any sets yet. This isn’t the fault of Panini, just to be clear! Astier is an undrafted rookie who signed with the Liberty in May. That’s a tough turnaround.
Since prediction markets are hot right now, I am going down a list of cool stuff and giving percent chances things will happen. Let’s dive in!!
1. Chance Pauline Astier is a Sophie Cunningham-style phenomenon by the end of this WNBA season (74%)
ATTENTION EVERYONE: We have a new official Favorite WNBA Player here at Mail Day, and her name is Pauline Astier. And, of course, as it was with Cam Schlittler and everyone else we fall in card-love with here… she has no official rookie card.
There’s a Slam Deck card from 2023 – the set that became famous for having Victor Wembanyama’s non-SI For Kids “rookie” card. And there are a couple Panini Instants that can lay claim to being her “rookie” – but nothing in any sets yet. This isn’t the fault of Panini, just to be clear! Astier is an undrafted rookie who signed with the Liberty in May. That’s a tough turnaround.
1 yr. ago
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1 yr. ago
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1 yr. ago
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1 yr. ago
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1 yr. ago
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1 yr. ago
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