{"id":96058,"date":"2025-03-13T10:47:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T14:47:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/?p=96058"},"modified":"2025-03-13T10:47:52","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T14:47:52","slug":"rookie-watch-ethan-nwaneri-miles-lewis-skelly-24-25-ucl-topps-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/uk\/rookie-watch-ethan-nwaneri-miles-lewis-skelly-24-25-ucl-topps-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Rookie Watch | Ethan Nwaneri &amp; Miles Lewis-Skelly &#8211; 24\/25 UCL Topps NOW\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"hero-container hero-image-container\" id=\"hero-image-container\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hero-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TOPPS-RIPPED-HERO-IMAGE-TEMPLATE-1.png\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to <strong>Rookie Watch<\/strong>, a series dedicated to tracking the rise of football\u2019s brightest new talents and their journey into the world of collectibles. Each week, we\u2019ll shine a spotlight on rookie players making waves in the game, offering an in-depth look at their performances, potential, and \u2013 of course \u2013 their trading cards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s a young star scoring their first Champions League goal or a promising talent breaking into the first team, we\u2019ll be here to keep you updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nwaneri &amp; Lewis-Skelly Making Waves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ethan Nwaneri\u2019s potential is nothing short of extraordinary. As one of the brightest young talents to emerge from Arsenal\u2019s academy, his natural ability and composure on the ball have already impressed at the highest level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At just 17, Nwaneri\u2019s technical skills, vision, and intelligence on the pitch are well beyond his years. His trademark cutting in from the right, and curling one in the top corner in reminiscent of Saka, and makes him the standout goal-threat in Arsenal&#8217;s injury-hit front line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With continued development and the right guidance, Nwaneri is quickly establishing himself as one of the top young players in Europe, and many believe an international call-up is on the cards very soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Likewise, Miles Lewis-Skelly&#8217;s potential is also drawing significant attention. With a rare blend of technical ability, intelligence, and physicality, the young defender has earned his place in the first team this season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although many believe he&#8217;ll end up in midfield, Thomas Tuchel will surely be keeping tabs on his defensive displays, particularly with England short of options at left back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, both players have incredibly bright futures, making their rookie cards highly desirable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ethan Nwaneri &amp; Miles Lewis-Skelly &#8211; 24\/25 UCL Topps NOW\u00ae Card 114<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.topps.com\/products\/ethan-nwaneri-miles-lewis-skelly-24-25-ucl-topps-now-reg-card-114\">Ethan Nwaneri &amp; Miles Lewis-Skelly &#8211; 24\/25 UCL Topps NOW\u00ae Card 114<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 is a beautiful dual card that appeals to both collectors and Arsenal fans! This exclusive card celebrates their incredible contributions to Arsenal&#8217;s European campaign, particularly their clever linked-up goal in the record-breaking win against PSV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that&#8217;s not all \u2013 with this release you also have the chance to chase rare numbered parallels and an incredible <strong>1\/1 Dual Autograph Card<\/strong> featuring both Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-96067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-210x140.png 210w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Parallels to Collect<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\/50 Gold Foil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\/25 Orange Foil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\/10 Black Foil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\/5 Red Foil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\/1 FoilFractor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/1 Sticker-Auto\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.topps.com\/products\/ethan-nwaneri-miles-lewis-skelly-24-25-ucl-topps-now-reg-card-114\">Topps.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-96071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1-210x140.png 210w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/ripped.topps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/bellingham-x-topps-1.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Rookie Watch, a series dedicated to tracking the rise of football\u2019s brightest new talents and their journey into the world of collectibles. 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