Jules Rimet Trophy
Awards & TrophiesThe original World Cup trophy used from 1930 to 1970. Brazil kept it permanently after their third win, but it was later stolen and never recovered.
Related Terms in Awards & Trophies
FIFA Young Player Award
An award given to the best player under 21 years of age at the FIFA World Cup.
Kopa Trophy
An association football award presented to the best performing player under the age of 21, organized by France Football.
African Footballer of the Year
An annual award given to the best African player, as chosen by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
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