Lionel Messi finally had the opportunity to hoist the Fifa World Cup trophy on Sunday after Argentina defeated France in the championship game at the Lusail Stadium in Doha.

After participating in his first World Cup match, it took him more than 16 years and numerous heartbreaks until he finally won the prized award.

However, did you know that he can’t take the trophy home?

As per a news report, nowadays, the winners are not permitted to keep the actual trophy; instead, they are given a bronze duplicate that has been gold-plated.

Security concerns are the main reason for this, especially in light of the previous two theft incidents. The Fifa World Football Museum is home to the original.