what is the kopa trophy

The Kopa Trophy is an association football award presented to the best performing player under the age of 21. It is organized by France Football and named after former French footballer Raymond Kopa. The winner is selected by former Ballon dOr winners, making it a prestigious accolade for young players. The Kopa Trophy is awarded annually and is part of the Ballon d'Or celebrations. Unlike the Golden Boy award, the Kopa Trophy is open to players who play outside of Europe.