The Best FIFA Men's Player
Awards & TrophiesAn association football award presented annually by the sport's governing body, FIFA, to the world's best men's player.
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FIFA World Cup Trophy
The solid gold trophy awarded to the winners of the FIFA World Cup. It replaced the Jules Rimet Trophy in 1974.
Asian Footballer of the Year
An annual prize awarded by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to the best player from Asia.
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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