The FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina has finally come to an end, with Spain emerging as the winners at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The team lifted the trophy after defeating their rivals by 1-0. However, as the two teams lock horns, the limelight has also shifted to the creator of the iconic FIFA World Cup trophy.
For the unversed, the FIFA World Cup trophy has a long history; created by an Italian sculptor, it is not even the first trophy designed for the games. So, as Spain lifts the cup, let’s take a look at what we know about the iconic creation and its designer.
Spain wins the FIFA World Cup 2026; will they get to keep the trophy?
Spain defeated Argentina by 1-0 in an intense match. After a long chase, it was Ferran Torres who scored the winning goal for Spain in extra time. However, do they get to keep the trophy? The short answer: No. According to The Mirror, the winning team does not get to keep the original cup. However, a replica is given to them to take home, while the original trophy returns to the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich, Switzerland.
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