List of All FIFA World Cup Winners
Argentina (2022)
The most-recent 2022 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France at the Lusial Iconic Stadium in Qatar was watched by a record 1.5 billion people, making it the most televised sporting event in history. La Albiceleste emerged won 4-2 on penalties at the end, after the match ended 3-3 even at the end of extra time, making its their third WC title.
France (2018)
The French national side won the 2018 World Cup, held in Russia, beating Croatia in the final of the tournament at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. France won 4-2 in the final, with Antoinne Griezmann being named Player of the Match for his display, while Kylian Mbappe emerged as one of the best players of the tournament.
Germany (2014)
Having made their way into the final after having thrashed hosts Brazil 7-1 in the semi-final, the German national team lifted the 2014 World Cup trophy, beating Argentina 1-0 in the penultimate encounter. Substitute Mario Gotze was the sole goal-scorer of the match, having scored in the 113th minute, shortly before the end of extra time.
Spain (2010)
The only World Cup to be ever played in an African country, the 2010 WC was all the more special, as Spain lifted the title for the first time in history. They defeated a strong Netherlands side 1-0 in the final to win the trophy, with midfield legend and former Barcelona icon Andres Iniesta scoring the decider for the La Roja.
Italy (2006)
Often regarded as one of the greatest finals in the history of the FIFA World Cup, Italy won the trophy for the fourth time after beating France 5-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at the end of extra time. The turning point, many believe, was Zinedine Zidane's dismissal, after the French legend had infamously headbutted Italian defender Marco Materazzi.
Brazil (2002)
The Brazilian national team, featuring the likes of players like Ronaldo, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho, ROberto Carlos, Cafu and Lucio, emerged as victors at the end of the 2022 World Cup final, played at the Yokohama Stadium in Japan. Ronaldo Nazario scored twice in Brazil's 2-0 win over Germany, with the first goal coming off Oliver Kahn's 'historic error'.
France (1998)
Played at the Stade de France in Paris, the Les Blues lifted their first World Cup title in front of the home crowd, beating a strong Brazilian side in the final of the 1998 edition. France defeated Brazil 3-0, with two goals coming from the Player of the Match, Zinedine Zidane, and the third one being scored by Emmanuel Petit.
Brazil (1994)
One of Brazil's five World Cup triumphs, the 1994 World Cup final played between the Selecao and Italy was the only one to go without a goal, both at the end of regular and extra time. 1994 Ballon d'Or winner Roberto Baggio missed the decisive penalty for the Italians, a memory that would haunt him throughout, as Brazil won 3-2 on penalties.
West Germany (1990)
West Germany defeated defending champions Argentina in what was the country's last World Cup appearance, before unification. The German side beat Argentina 1-0, with a late penalty kick taken by Andreas Brehme being the only goal of the match, as Lothar Matthaus and Co. ran away with the World Cup title.
Argentina (1986)
Another one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time, the 1986 WC final at the Eztadio Azteca in Mexico City was played between Argentina and West Germany. The match went down to the wire, with both teams drawn 2-2 until the 84th minute, when Argentine Jorge Burruchaga scored the winning goal for his side to mark their second WC triumph.
Italy (1982)
Italian captain and goalkeeper Dino Zoff became the oldest player ever to win the World Cup, when his side lifted the trophy during the 1982 edition. Italy defeated West Germany in the final to win their third World Cup title, and the first one post-World War II, with Paolo Rossi, Alessandro Altobelli and Marco Tardelli scoring in a 3-1 victory.
Argentina (1978)
The most controversial World Cup of all time, the 1978 edition played in Argentina, was won by the host nation itself, amid accusations of rigging. Netherlands, without their star player Johann Cruyff, lost 3-1 to Argentina, with the legendary Mario Kempes and Daniel Bertoni scoring goals for the home side at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires.
West Germany (1974)
The West German team, led by their captain and icon Franz Beckenbauer, won its second FIFA World Cup trophy, defeated the Netherlands in the final of the 1974 edition. While the Dutch kicked off the scoring through a Johan Neeskans penalty in the very second minute, Germany pulled back, with Paul Breitner and Gerd Muller scoring in a 2-1 win.
Brazil (1970)
Two former world champions met in the final of the 1970 World Cup in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, with the match ending in favor of Brazil, who defeated Italy 4-1, to win their third WC title. It was the legendary Pele who started the scoring in the 18th minute, while Gerson, Jairznho and Carlos Alberto scored for the Selecao.
England (1966)
The Three Lions' only FIFA World Cup triumph came in 1966, when they defeated West Germany 4-2 in extra time to claim the Jules Rimet Trophy at the Wembley Stadium in London. West Ham United legend Sir Geoff Hurst was the star of the match, as the scored a brilliant hat-trick in the final to take the Bobby Moore-led team over the time.
Brazil (1962)
Only the second time in history that a team defended its World Cup title, Brazil defeated Czechoslovakia 3-1 in the final of the 1962 edition played at the Estadio Nacional in Santiago, Chile, to claim the trophy for the second time. For the Brazilian national team, Amarildo, Zito and Vava scored the three goals, while Josef Masopust has begun the scoring.
Brazil (1958)
Despite losing the 1958 World Cup final to Brazil, it remains Sweden's best ever finish in the tournament's history. The 1958 WC final holds the record for the most goals scored in the penultimate clash, as well as the record for the greatest winning margin, Pele and Vava scoring twice for the victors in a 5-2 win for the Selecao.
West Germany (1954)
Played at the iconic Wakdorf Stadium in Bern, Switzerland, the 1954 World Cup final was quite surprising in terms of the result. The Golden team of Hungary, led by captain Ferenc Puskas, who were favorites to win the trophy, lost 2-3 to West Germany in the final, and is often referred to as the 'Miracle of Bern' for its lasting social-political impact.
Uruguay (1950)
The winner of the 1950 FIFA World Cup was decided by a final group stage including four teams, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain and Sweden. The last match of the penultimate group stage is often regarded as the de-facto final of the 1950 WC, where Uruguay defeated neighbors Brazil 2-1 to win their second title, in a major upset.
Italy (1938)
12 years prior to the fourth edition of the FIFA World Cup, the 1938 tournament saw Italy defending its World Cup title, to become the first team to do so in the competition's history. The Italians defeated Hungary 4-2 at the Stade Olympique de Colombes in Paris, France, with goals coming from Luigi Colausig and Silvio Piola for the Azzurri.
Italy (1934)
Played at the now-defunct Stadio Nazionale PNF in Rome, Italy, the 1934 World Cup final was contested between Italy and Czechosolvakia, with the former emerging winners by a close margin of 2-1. While the Czech had taken a lead into the match in the 71st minute, Italy staged a comeback, with Angelo Schiavio scoring the winning goal.
Uruguay (1930)
The inaugural World Cup final between Uruguay and Argentina was played at the Estadio Centanario in Monetvideo, which in fact a rematch of the gold medal match of the 1928 Olympics. With only 13 teams having participated in the first edition of the WC, Uruguay won the final 4-2, with four different players scoring goals for the home side.
