1996-97 Merlin Premier Gold #92 David Beckham PSA 8 Rookie Card

1996-97 Merlin Premier Gold #92 David Beckham PSA 8

This David Beckham card is number 92, his rookie card from the 1996-97 Merlin Premier Gold collection, covering the 1996-97 Premier League season.

Merlin Premier Gold was a premium trading card set produced annually during the late 1990s, featuring foil card designs across the Premier League.

The 1996-97 season was Beckham’s breakthrough campaign. On the opening day, he announced himself to the world with a spectacular goal from the halfway line against Wimbledon at Selhurst Park, lobbing goalkeeper Neil Sullivan from inside his own half. The strike was voted the 18th greatest sporting moment of all time in a Channel 4 poll.

In 1997, Beckham helped United retain the Premier League title and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year by his fellow professionals. Prior to the following season, he inherited the iconic number 7 shirt, cementing his status as one of the most recognisable players in world football.

Features

• Card number 92 from the 1996-97 Merlin Premier Gold set.
• Features David Beckham’s rookie card during his breakthrough season at Manchester United.
• Graded PSA 8 Near Mint to Mint by Professional Sports Authenticator.

Specifications

• Player: David Beckham
• Team: Manchester United
• Card Number: #92
• Card Type: Base
• Serial Number: Unnumbered
• Season: 1996-97
• Manufacturer: Merlin
• Series: Premier Gold

Condition and Shipping

This card has been graded PSA 8 Near Mint to Mint by Professional Sports Authenticator and is encapsulated in a protective slab.

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