Stay updated on Futera’s latest releases, licensing agreements, and innovations in the high-end sports card industry. From their top-quality designs to their commitment to authenticity, this section brings you all the news and developments from Futera’s world of collectibles.
Future Sports Trading Card News
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Futera has officially released its brand-new Wolverhampton Wanderers trading card set, ‘The Headliners’, which is available to buy for just 24 hours from today, Wednesday 12th November 2025. As with …
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“Eyes in.” Always. It’s how I start every rip, not just to set the tone, but because it means something to me. That moment before you open a pack? It’s …
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Futera has launched the highly anticipated FX ‘Best of British’ Hobby Box, celebrating the rich heritage of British sport with a collection packed with legendary athletes across a variety of …
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Futera has signed a licensing agreement with Newcastle United to produce a series of limited-edition collectable cards. The first release, featuring iconic current and former players of the historic football …
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Futera is set to make major waves within the premium trading card market once more with the release of its extremely limited World Football FX 2024 Collection, due to land …
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Futera has announced the Arsenal Club LIVE Collection will be made available this February, an exclusive new release celebrating the current squad with ultra-premium cards. This highly anticipated set, debuting …
Frequently asked Questions
All you need to know about Futera sports cards – Answered!
Who are Futera and what makes them different from other trading card brands?
Futera is a premium trading card company founded in 1989, known for its high-quality craftsmanship and low print runs. Unlike mass-market brands, Futera focuses on luxury-style releases with a strong emphasis on design and collectability.
What sports does Futera produce trading cards for?
Futera primarily creates football (soccer) trading cards, but has also produced cards for motorsport, cricket, rugby, and other global sports over the years. Their football cards are especially popular with collectors worldwide.
Are Futera cards rare or limited edition?
Yes, most Futera cards are produced in extremely limited quantities, often with individually numbered cards and print runs as low as 1-of-1. This makes them especially attractive to collectors seeking exclusivity.
What is the Futera Unique Collection?
The Futera Unique Collection is one of the brand’s most premium football card products, known for its luxurious packaging, on-card autographs, rare inserts, and game-used memorabilia cards. It’s released annually with limited availability.
Does Futera make licensed football cards?
Futera has held various club and team licenses over the years, working with clubs such as PSG, Liverpool, and Real Madrid. They also create World Football releases featuring international stars with official branding.
Can you buy Futera cards in the UK?
Yes, Futera is based in the UK and offers direct-to-consumer sales through their official website. Some products are also available through trusted hobby stores and sports card retailers online.
What’s the difference between Futera hobby boxes and single card drops?
Futera hobby boxes contain a full experience with a mix of base, insert, and hit cards. Their single-card releases, often 1-of-1 or very low print, are sold individually through their site and include authentication and provenance.
Does Futera offer digital cards or NFTs?
Yes, Futera has launched digital collectibles alongside its physical cards, including blockchain-based cards with provenance tracking. Some physical cards come with matching digital counterparts.
Are Futera cards good for investment?
Due to their rarity, high quality, and limited print runs, many Futera cards retain long-term value and appeal to serious collectors. However, as with all collectibles, values can vary based on demand and market trends.
How often does Futera release new trading card sets?
Futera typically releases a few high-end collections each year, focusing on quality over quantity. These include the Unique Collection, World Football series, and special edition club sets.
A history of Futera trading cards
Founded in 1989, Futera is a leader in sports trading card publishing, renowned for crafting beautifully unique and rare collectibles cards (including 24ct gold plated framed cards) as opposed to more common sets featuring base cards.
Over the last 37 years Futera has partnered with some of the biggest names in football, including FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, Arsenal.
At the turn of the Millenium in 2000, Futera created a licensed Confectionery line called ‘Total Football’ combining Futera’s football cards from 10 English Premier League and Championship Football Clubs with Chupa Chups lollipops.
Currently, in 2025, Futera is creating bespoke trading cards featuring Borussia Mönchengladbach, Liverpool, Arsenal, Olympique de Marseille, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Tottenham Hotspur, Barcelona and Newcastle United.
Beyond football, Futera has expanded its reach into a variety of sports, producing highly acclaimed trading cards for Formula 1, the Tour de France, World Cup Cricket, Australian and New Zealand Rugby, and Boxing.
The Dubai-based company also launched their own football club named Futera United in 2021 allowing fans to help to manage the team via the blockchain and NFTs. The team is based inLat Krabang, Bangkok, Thailand.