Panini released the official sticker collection for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar in four distinct versions: Standard edition, International edition, US Edition, and Oryx edition, which is also specifically known as the Swiss edition, the focus of this review.
These four editions are differentiated by their color schemes and the inclusion of extra or parallel sticker variations. The Swiss Oryx edition, easily recognizable by its distinctive purple color palette, comprises a total of 670 stickers designed for the album. Additionally, it features a dedicated update set containing 80 stickers, along with 20 extra stickers showcasing 14 legendary players and six promising rookies. Notably, these extra stickers are also available in parallel versions: gold, silver, and bronze.
The album's opening spread provides a two-page introduction adorned with eight key stickers: a striking golden Panini logo sticker, the official FIFA logo, a two-sticker depiction of the coveted FIFA World Cup trophy, two stickers featuring the official mascot, and two stickers showcasing the official tournament emblem. Following this introduction, the album transitions to the stadium section, dedicating two pages to each of the ten host stadiums and the official match ball sticker.
The subsequent team sections are organized according to the group stage draw. Each of the participating national teams is allocated two pages and represented by 20 stickers: a team photograph, a shiny federation logo sticker, and individual stickers for 18 players. This consistent format continues uninterrupted until the final team. The album concludes with a nostalgic section titled "The timeline of FIFA World Cup," featuring 11 golden stickers displaying the team photos of previous World Cup champions.
Unique to the Oryx (Swiss) edition is the aforementioned update set of 80 stickers (79 featuring new player additions and one Panini logo sticker). These stickers are presented on five sheets, each containing 16 stickers. It's important to note that the album itself does not include designated spaces for these update stickers, suggesting they are intended to be collected separately.
Back cover of the album
The Collector's box to store hardcover album and sticker set of the Oryx Edition
The Update set of the Oryx Edition
The 80 stickers of the Oryx Update Set are divided in five sheets
First World Cup for Bellingham (19 years old) and Vinicius (22 years old)
Messi and Mbappé were the stars of the final won by Argentina at penalties
Luka Modric regular album sticker and extra "legend" sticker
Album details:
Full name: FIFA World Cup - Qatar 2022
Edition: Oryx
Publisher: Panini
Release: March 2022
Country of release: Switzerland
Competition: World Cup
Number of teams: 32
Stickers per team: 20
Other sections:
- Introduction (8 stickers)
- Stadiums (11 stickers)
- The timeline of FIFA World Cup (11 stickers)
Update: Yes (80 stickers)
Extra: Legends and Rookies (20 stickers + parallels)
Checklist: click here
Total number of stickers (album): 670 + 80 update set
