The popular 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup collection includes Manga inserts for the first time, featuring some of the best players in the game. Here’s a rundown with 10 of the best 2022 Prizm World Cup Manga inserts to collect. 

Manga inserts are no longer a case hit, but they’re short printed cards that you’re unlikely to find in the average 2022 Prizm World Cup pack. You’ll find some of the most important stars from the tournament, as well as a strong collection of rookie cards. 

We’ve narrowed down this list to 10 of the best World Cup Manga cards, along with a full checklist found below. 

The Best 2022 Prizm World Cup Manga Cards

There are 25 Manga cards in total, with a mix of current players and retired legends to choose from.

10. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Darwin Nunez #24 (eBay)

Darwin Nunez joined Liverpool in 2022/23 with a huge price tag, and should be given time to settle into a team in transition. His Uruguay side were knocked out unexpectedly at the expense of South Korea at the 2022 tournament, while he only managed three shots despite playing the majority of his country’s minutes. His Manga card can currently be found for roughly $100.

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9. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Karim Adeyemi RC #10 (eBay)

Germany had a disappointing tournament, and Karim Adeyemi failed to make an appearance as the four-time champions were eliminated from the group stage of the World Cup for the second time in a row. However, Adeyemi is clearly one for the future, and it also comes with an RC logo. It can be found for less than $80.

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8. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Bukayo Saka #7 (eBay)

England’s Bukayo Saka was one of the brighter sparks as his side were knocked out by France in the quarter-finals. The Arsenal winger could be on his way to leading the Gunners to an improbable Premier League title in 2022/23, and his stock is clearly on the rise. Values have also picked up following his strong club form. 

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7. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Phil Foden #6 (eBay)

Saka’s England compatriot Phil Foden is next on the list. The Man City midfielder is another who impressed during the World Cup, after a national outcry following his early exclusion from the starting XI. Given Man City are so dominant, he’s likely to have a packed trophy cabinet when all is said and done. 

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6. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Pedri #18 (eBay)

Pedri was hoping for a win in 2022, but Spain were knocked out by Morocco on penalties in the round of 16. The Barca midfielder played 120 minutes in that match, but failed to attempt a single shot on goal in his four games at the tournament. Regardless, his Manga card goes for at least $150.

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5. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Heung Min Son #11 (eBay)

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Heung Min Son has struggled to find form for Spurs this season, but still has legions of fans back home in South Korea. Their talismanic captain, he helped the side to the round of 16, before they were swept aside by Brazil. One of the more collectible players in the modern game, expect to pay at least $150 for ungraded copies.

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4. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Christian Pulisic #21 (eBay)

With a large number of US-based collectors, Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic was always going to be one of the more valuable cards from the subset. “Captain America” scored the decisive goal for the USA to get past Iran. His Manga cards are creeping towards the $200 mark, and will sell for far more if graded.   

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3. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Gabriel Martinelli RC #4 (eBay)

Arsenal and Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli has proven his worth in recent seasons, and made three appearances in the 2022 finals. His Manga RC is another hit, currently retailing in the $200 range. (This is mostly due to being a rookie card from a major team, in a strong position, in a popular subset.)

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2. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Gavi RC #19 (eBay)

Gavi narrowly misses out on the top spot. He didn’t shine especially brightly as Spain struggled, while his goal against Costa Rica was his only shot at the tournament after 4 games. However, he’s 19 at the time of writing, and could feature for his national team for the next decade. If you need more proof of how highly he’s rated, Gavi’s Manga RC currently sells for roughly $400. 

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1. 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Manga Julian Alvarez RC #1 (eBay)

What about an RC for a player that won the 2022 tournament outright? Man City’s Julian Alvarez takes the top spot after Argentina’s triumph, scoring four goals in the process, including a scintillating solo effort in the semi-finals. It’s easy to see why pristine graded copies of the Alvarez Manga rookie card have been selling for four figures. (Ungraded copies are comparable to Gavi in terms of values.)

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2022 Prizm World Cup Manga Checklist:

• 1 Julian Alvarez – Argentina
• 2 Jeremy Doku – Belgium
• 3 Charles De Ketelaere – Belgium
• 4 Gabriel Martinelli – Brazil
• 5 Mason Mount – England
• 6 Phil Foden – England
• 7 Bukayo Saka – England
• 8 Paulo Dybala – Argentina
• 9 Manuel Neuer – Germany
• 10 Karim Adeyemi – Germany
• 11 Heung-Min Son – Korea Republic
• 12 Hirving Lozano – Mexico
• 13 Matthijs de Ligt – Netherlands
• 14 Virgil van Dijk – Netherlands
• 15 Robert Lewandowski – Poland
• 16 Diogo Jota – Portugal
• 17 Dusan Vlahovic – Serbia
• 18 Pedri – Spain
• 19 Gavi – Spain
• 20 Mikel Oyarzabal – Spain
• 21 Christian Pulisic – United States
• 22 Ricardo Pepi – United States
• 23 Weston McKennie – United States
• 24 Darwin Nunez – Uruguay
• 25 Jurgen Klinsmann – Germany

Why are 2022 Prizm World Cup Manga cards so popular?

The unique design, a strong collection of rookies, and the popularity of the biggest tournament in world football. It’s easy to see why these inserts have become some of the more memorable cards from the 2022 Prizm World Cup collection. 

Once again; it’s proof that you don’t necessarily need serial numbered cards to see high values. 

2022 Prizm World Cup Manga Cards: Final Thoughts 

The Manga inserts might be unnumbered, but they’re still some of the better hits found in 2022 Panini Prizm World Cup Qatar boxes. 

They’re likely to hold a premium long-term, and we’re hoping to pick up a couple if and when prices settle.