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“Vladimir's Injury” meme: meaning, origin and common card

The Vladimir’s Injury meme features Russian footballer Vladimir Beschastnykh holding his groin after a hard tackle by Helmut Rahner during a Bundesliga match.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 7 min read
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The “Vladimir's Injury” meme, 2001

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Vladimir's Injury” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22152 of the collection, and the 136th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Vladimir's Injury” meme mean?

This image is used to express acute physical pain, sudden shock, or a humiliating defeat. People share it to comment on embarrassing failures, unexpected setbacks, or moments of severe discomfort. The humor comes from the exaggerated reaction to the impact.

Where does the “Vladimir's Injury” meme come from?

The photo originates from a Bundesliga match where Vladimir Beschastnykh, playing for Werder Bremen, was struck between the legs by German player Helmut Rahner. While Beschastnykh played for Bremen during the 1994-1995 season, no source confirms the exact date of this specific incident or links it to a video posted in 2001. The initial online origin is unknown: the platform, first sharer, and viral date are not documented. It simply became a reusable image for humorous edits and captions.

How to use the “Vladimir's Injury” meme

  • Use this image to comment on a crushing defeat in a video game.
  • Share the card to illustrate physical pain after a household accident.
  • Employ the meme to highlight a public humiliation suffered by a celebrity.

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The “Vladimir's Injury” card in MyMemeCards

Vladimir's Injury card
NumberNo. 22152
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame63/100 · #136 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Vladimir's Injury” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Vladimir's Injury comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Vladimir Beschastnykh?

He is a former Russian international footballer who played for Werder Bremen in the 1990s.

When did the match take place?

Sources do not confirm the exact date, though his presence at Bremen suggests the 1994-1995 season.

What does the Vladimir's Injury meme mean?

It represents sudden pain or a humiliating setback, used to comment on difficult situations with humor.

How do I get the Vladimir's Injury meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Vladimir's Injury” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Vladimir's Injury card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Association Football · 2001 Memes · Все новые анекдоты июня 2001 года · checked on October 16, 2026.

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