Source: REUTERS/Jason Cairnduff
[Saba Sports News] British media outlets have reported a stunning turn of events: the esteemed Premier League trophy was purloined during an event, prompting the league to discreetly substitute it with a replica. It’s alleged that a case enclosing the pinnacle and base of the trophy, weighing a substantial 15.9 kilograms, vanished from the Premier League’s possession at a corporate function held in Belgium. Apparently, the thief was unaware of the contents’ significance, leading to concerns that the stolen pieces might have been inadvertently destroyed or melted down. Following the incident, the Premier League opted to keep the theft under wraps, and the missing components remain unaccounted for to this day. Information suggests that there exist two identical trophies, each insured for a substantial £250,000. The champion team retains one trophy, while the other is in possession of the Premier League, frequently traveling globally for promotional purposes. These prized trophies often enjoy privileged accommodations on flights and are meticulously safeguarded by security personnel during public engagements. Post the 2022 theft, Asprey London, the trophy’s manufacturer, was commissioned to produce another duplicate set of both the trophy and its base, ensuring the symbol of football excellence endures uninterrupted.