1. 1930 - Uruguay

    1930 - Uruguay

    The inaugural World Cup, hosted and won by Uruguay, where a new era of international football began. Laurels
  2. The Sting

    1934 - Italy

    A politically charged tournament where Italy's dominance set the tone for early World Cups. Laurels
  3. 1938 - France

    A pre-war showcase of European football with Italy defending their title in grand style.
  1. 1950 - Brazil

    1950 - Brazil

    The return of the World Cup after WWII, remembered for Uruguay’s shocking triumph over Brazil in the Maracanazo.
  2. 1954 - Switzerland

    1954 - Switzerland

    The "Miracle of Bern," where West Germany shocked Hungary’s "Golden Team" in a thrilling 3-2 final.
  3. 1958 - Sweden

    1958 - Sweden

    A star was born as 17-year-old Pelé dazzled the world and Brazil claimed their first title.
  1. 1962 - Chile

    1962 - Chile

    Brazil’s resilience shone again in a tournament marked by gritty matches and individual brilliance. Laurels
  2. 1966 - England

    1966 - England

    The host nation triumphed with Geoff Hurst's historic hat-trick in the final, forever debated for its controversial goals. Laurels
  3. 1970 - Mexico

    1970 - Mexico

    Brazil’s golden generation, led by Pelé, delivered perhaps the greatest team performance in football history. Laurels
  1. 1974 - West Germany

    1974 - West Germany

    The rise of total football and the crowning of West Germany after an epic clash with the Netherlands. Laurels
  2. 1978 - Argentina

    The hosts capitalized on home advantage to secure a controversial but historic victory. Laurels
  3. 1982 - Spain

    1982 - Spain

    Italy’s Paolo Rossi stole the show in a World Cup remembered for thrilling drama and high-scoring matches.
  1. 1986 - Mexico

    1986 - Mexico

    Diego Maradona’s genius, the "Hand of God," and the "Goal of the Century" defined this unforgettable tournament.
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  2. 1990 - Italy

    1990 - Italy

    A defensive World Cup, where West Germany beat Argentina in a tense, tactical final.
  3. 1994 - USA

    1994 - USA

    The World Cup goes global with Brazil’s penalty shootout victory over Italy in a sun-drenched spectacle.
  1. 1998 - France

    1998 - France

    Zinedine Zidane’s brilliance and the host nation’s triumph against Brazil marked a golden moment for Les Bleus. Laurels
  2. 2002 - South Korea/Japan

    2002 - South Korea/Japan

    The first Asian World Cup, with Brazil's Ronaldo redemption and surprise runs by South Korea and Turkey.
  3. 2006 - Germany

    2006 - Germany

    Italy's defensive mastery and Zidane’s infamous headbutt created an unforgettable finale.
  1. 2010 - South Africa

    2010 - South Africa

    The first African World Cup, celebrated for its vibrant culture, and Spain’s tiki-taka brilliance.
  2. 2014 - Brazil

    2014 - Brazil

    Germany’s historic 7-1 demolition of Brazil and Mario Götze’s extra-time winner in the final.
  3. 2018 - Russia

    2018 - Russia

    France’s dynamic squad shone, winning a thrilling final and signaling the rise of young stars like Mbappé.