History of the FIFA World Cup trophy
       
The original trophy survived World War II hidden under a bed in Italy by FIFA vice-president Ottorino Barassi. Stolen in England before the 1966 World Cup, it was found in a rubbish heap by a dog called Pickles


JULES RIMET TROPHY: 1930-1970

Created by French sculptor Abel LaFleur, named after FIFA president who founded World Cup. Gold-plated sterling silver on lapis lazuli base

Brazil claims trophy outright in 1970, winning third title with 4-1 victory over Italy

Trophy stolen again in 1983, and believed melted down. Brazil Football Association has replica made


FIFA WORLD CUP TROPHY: 1974-present

Designed by Italian sculptor Silvio Gazzaniga, chosen from 53 submitted proposals. 18-carat solid gold with two bands of malachite

West Germany become first team to lift new trophy, with 2-1 win over Netherlands

Trophy remains in FIFA’s possession – it can no longer be won outright.

Winners receive gold-plated replica


Source: FIFA 
Pictures: Getty 
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