By — Justin Scuiletti Justin Scuiletti Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/world-cup-trophy-returns-brazil-ahead-tournament Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter World Cup trophy returns to Brazil ahead of tournament World Apr 22, 2014 3:40 PM EDT Video by the Associated Press The World Cup trophy was officially presented in Rio de Janeiro Tuesday, returning to Brazil after a voyage across 89 countries in the lead up to the 2014 World Cup. The trophy will now embark on a tour across Brazil. The 2014 World Cup, FIFA’s international soccer tournament which sees Brazil as the host country, begins on June 12. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Justin Scuiletti Justin Scuiletti Justin Scuiletti is the digital video producer at PBS NewsHour. @JSkl
Video by the Associated Press The World Cup trophy was officially presented in Rio de Janeiro Tuesday, returning to Brazil after a voyage across 89 countries in the lead up to the 2014 World Cup. The trophy will now embark on a tour across Brazil. The 2014 World Cup, FIFA’s international soccer tournament which sees Brazil as the host country, begins on June 12. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now