World Cup Trophy

The FIFA World Cup Trophy is awarded to the winning team of the FIFA World Cup, the premier international soccer tournament held every four years. Created in 1974, the trophy is made of 18-karat gold and stands about 36 centimeters tall, weighing around 6.1 kilograms. It features two human figures holding up the Earth. The trophy symbolizes global soccer excellence and is one of the most prestigious awards in sports. Winning teams keep the trophy for four years, after which they must return it, although champions receive a gold-plated replica to keep permanently.