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The International Archive

A collection of iconic international football moments, preserved as illustrated playing cards.

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"Not highlights. Not stats. Not trophies.
Memory."

Football history is often reduced to numbers and outcomes. Rabona focuses on what remains after the final whistle – the moments and emotions that live on in memory. Each card preserves a single moment, carefully selected and archived as part of a larger story.

Qatar World Cup Final
Spades

Ultimate Triumph

Ultimate Triumph is reserved for moments when everything aligns - pressure, preparation, talent, and timing. These are not simply victories, but points of resolution, where football's long arcs are finally settled.

18.12.2022

Lionel Messi lifting the World Cup in 2022 marked the end of a long pursuit. A moment where expectation, pressure, and time finally aligned into something complete.

The Final Penalty
Hearts

Heartbreak

These are football's cruellest moments, lasting in memory because of what was lost and what could have been. When effort goes unrewarded, and the emotional cost of the game becomes impossible to ignore.

17.07.1994

Roberto Baggio’s missed penalty in the 1994 World Cup final froze a nation in silence. A single moment where it all fell apart on the verge of greatness.

R9
Diamonds

Moments of Magic

The collection captures the times when football defies all expectation, the flashes of brilliance logic cannot predict. When something extraordinary happens, impossible to plan or repeat.

30.06.2002

Ronaldo Nazário's performance in the 2002 World Cup final was spectacular, otherworldly even. After years defined by injury and doubt, football produced something inexplicable - a return that had no rational right to happen.

The Bulgarian Fairytale
Clubs

The Underdogs

Football refuses to obey hierarchy, indifferent to reputation, expectation, or who was supposed to win. When those written off rise, belief outweighs status, and the game forgets the script entirely.

10.07.1994

Bulgaria's victory over Germany at the 1994 World Cup Quarter-Final disrupted what decades of football had established as fact. A David and Goliath story where the natural order failed to assert itself.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Product

What is The International Archive? +

The International Archive is a luxury, premium playing card deck with 18 hand-illustrated cards, dedicated to iconic moments from the history of football at World and European Championships. Every face card (Aces, Kings, Queens, Jacks, and Jokers) tells a story. The four suits are the foundation of the football moments and stories: Clubs represent "Underdogs" moments; Diamonds - "Moments of Magic"; Hearts - "Heartbreak"; Spades - "Ultimate Triumph". The deck is designed as a collector's item, with luxury packaging, gold hot-foil and embossed printing, and attention to every detail. An additional digital booklet featuring the stories behind the cards is included with the deck.

Who is it for? +

The deck is suitable for professional play or fun with friends, while also being a perfect gift for friends and family.

What size are the cards? +

The cards are standard poker size: 63×88 mm.

How many cards are in the deck? +

The deck contains 55 cards: 52 playing cards, 2 jokers, and 1 access card to the digital booklet.

How many decks will be produced? +

The International Archive is a limited edition with a print run of only 1,000 decks.

Pre-Order & Availability

When can I order? +

The pre-order opens on 21 May 2026. You can order through our website.

When will I receive my deck? +

Pre-order deliveries are expected to arrive at the start of July.

Can I get a refund? +

Yes. You can request and receive a full refund at any point during the pre-order process, for any reason, no questions asked.

How much does it cost? +

During the pre-order phase - €20 (available for the first 100 orders only). After the campaign closes - €25.

Shipping & Payment

Which countries do you ship to? +

We currently ship within Bulgaria only. If you are based elsewhere in Europe and would like to purchase a deck, please reach out to us via the contact form, by email, or on our Instagram page.

How much does shipping cost? +

Shipping is approximately €3 per order, regardless of how many decks you purchase.

What payment methods do you accept? +

We accept debit and credit card payments, as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay. Cash on delivery is not available at this time.

Digital Booklet

What is the digital story booklet? +

The digital booklet tells the story behind every illustrated moment in the deck, providing additional context and motivation as to why each event was chosen for the archive. It will also be available as a standalone purchase at a later date.

If I've already bought the booklet, do I pay full price for the deck? +

No. If you've purchased the digital booklet and later decide to order the deck, the price of the booklet will be deducted from the total.

The Deck

The International Archive

100% Plastic Cards

High-quality playing cards built to last and be enjoyed across many different moments.

55 Cards

Includes 18 hand-illustrated designs and an access card to a digital story booklet

Story Booklet

A digital booklet that tells the stories behind the moments, adding context and meaning that extend beyond the cards.