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FIFA Men’s World Cup Winners List (1930–2026): Complete Champions List

The FIFA Men’s World Cup is the most prestigious international football tournament in the world. Organized by FIFA every four years, it brings together top national teams to compete for the ultimate title in global football. Since the inaugural tournament in 1930, several legendary teams have lifted the trophy and created unforgettable moments in sports history.

FIFA Men’s World Cup Winners List

Year Champion Runner-Up Third Place
2022 Argentina France Croatia
2018 France Croatia Belgium
2014 Germany Argentina Netherlands
2010 Spain Netherlands Germany
2006 Italy France Germany
2002 Brazil Germany Turkey
1998 France Brazil Croatia
1994 Brazil Italy Sweden
1990 West Germany Argentina Italy
1986 Argentina West Germany France
1982 Italy West Germany Poland
1978 Argentina Netherlands Brazil
1974 West Germany Netherlands Poland
1970 Brazil Italy West Germany
1966 England West Germany Portugal
1962 Brazil Czechoslovakia Chile
1958 Brazil Sweden France
1954 West Germany Hungary Austria
1950 Uruguay Brazil Sweden
1938 Italy Hungary Brazil
1934 Italy Czechoslovakia Germany
1930 Uruguay Argentina United States

Most Successful FIFA World Cup Teams

Brazil – 5 Titles

Years: 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002

Germany – 4 Titles

Years: 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014

Italy – 4 Titles

Years: 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006

Argentina – 3 Titles

Years: 1978, 1986, 2022

France – 2 Titles

Years: 1998, 2018

Uruguay – 2 Titles

Years: 1930, 1950

England – 1 Title

Year: 1966

Spain – 1 Title

Year: 2010

Key Facts About FIFA World Cup

  • First FIFA World Cup: 1930 (Uruguay)
  • Most Titles: Brazil (5)
  • Latest Champion: Argentina (2022)
  • Current Runner-Up: France
  • Tournament Frequency: Every 4 Years
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