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The original FIFA World Cup trophy, the Jules Rimet Trophy, is stolen from the headquarters of the Brazilian Football Confederation in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
On December 19, 1983, the historic Jules Rimet Trophy was stolen from the Brazilian Football Confederation headquarters in Rio de Janeiro in a daring heist.
In the early hours of December 19, 1983, burglars broke into the Brazilian Football Confederation headquarters in Rio de Janeiro and seized the original Jules Rimet Trophy.
The iconic award, created in 1913 and first awarded in 1930, symbolized global football supremacy.
Brazilian authorities launched an extensive manhunt, fearing the trophy might vanish forever.
Just days later, a stray dog discovered the trophy buried in a field on the outskirts of the city, leading to its dramatic recovery.
The incident highlighted both the trophy’s cultural value and vulnerabilities in security measures.
Following the theft, FIFA implemented stricter protocols for the display and transport of its prized silverware.
The Jules Rimet Trophy remains an enduring emblem of football history and international competition.
1983
FIFA World Cup
Jules Rimet Trophy
Brazilian Football Confederation
Rio de Janeiro