UEFA Champions League Trophy - Icon of European Football Excellence #3436582 (License: Personal Use)

This is the official UEFA Champions League trophy, a handcrafted silver gilt cup with two elegant, upward-curving handles and a wide, flared body resting on a sturdy pedestal base. Its polished surface reflects light dramatically, emphasizing its prestige and craftsmanship. First introduced in 1967, it replaced the original “Big Ears” trophy and is permanently retained by UEFA, with winners receiving a full-size replica.

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