World Cup
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History
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Teams
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Players
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Matches
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Goals
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FROM 1930 to 2022

The FIFA World Cup,
often simply called the World Cup,
is an international association football competition.

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The tournament has a rich history
filled with unforgettable moments
and dramatic victories.

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National teams from around the globe
compete for the coveted trophy.
Only the best qualify.

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Legendary players become heroes,
showcasing their skill on the
worlds biggest stage.

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Each match is a battle of tactics,
endurance, and national pride,
watched by millions.

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A stunning goal can change the course of a match
and create a lasting legacy for the player.

World Cup Through The Decades

Explore the evolution of the FIFA World Cup from 1930 to the modern era.

1930
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1934
1938
1942
1946
1950
1954
1958
1962
1966
1970
1974
1978
1982
1986
1990
1994
1998
2002
2006
2010
2014
2018
2022

WORLD CUP LEGENDS

The Greatest Teams In Football History

BRAZIL
THE GOLDEN ERA
The 1970 Brazil team is widely regarded as the greatest football team of all time. Led by the legendary Pelé, they showcased the beautiful game at its finest, combining technical brilliance with attacking flair. Their performance in Mexico culminated in a 4-1 victory over Italy in the final, securing Brazil's third World Cup trophy.

ICONIC MOMENT

Carlos Alberto's thunderous strike to score Brazil's fourth goal in the final against Italy, finishing off a sublime team move involving eight players. This goal epitomized the team's attacking philosophy and is considered one of the greatest World Cup goals ever scored.

1970
19
GOALS SCORED
6
GAMES WON
3rd
WORLD CUP TITLE

Key Players

10Pelé
9Tostão
7Jairzinho
6Carlos Alberto
SPAIN
TIKI-TAKA REVOLUTION
Spain's golden generation revolutionized football with their tiki-taka style, emphasizing possession, short passing, and movement. They became the first team to win three consecutive major tournaments: Euro 2008, World Cup 2010, and Euro 2012. Their disciplined, technical approach changed how the game was played globally.

ICONIC MOMENT

Andrés Iniesta's extra-time winner against the Netherlands in the 2010 World Cup final, delivering Spain's first-ever World Cup trophy. The goal came after 116 minutes of intense, physical play, with Iniesta dedicating his goal to the late Dani Jarque.

2008-2012
8
GOALS SCORED (2010)
73%
AVG. POSSESSION
1st
WORLD CUP TITLE

Key Players

6Andrés Iniesta
8Xavi Hernández
1Iker Casillas
5Carlos Puyol
WEST GERMANY
TOTAL FOOTBALL CONQUERORS
The 1974 West German team combined tactical discipline with technical excellence. Led by captain Franz Beckenbauer, they defeated Johan Cruyff's Netherlands in the final, overcoming the Dutch "Total Football" revolution. Their resilience and tactical adaptability made them worthy champions on home soil.

ICONIC MOMENT

After conceding an early penalty in the final, West Germany fought back with Gerd Müller scoring the winning goal in the 43rd minute. The team's ability to absorb pressure and strike decisively showcased their mental strength and tactical intelligence against the heavily favored Dutch side.

1974
13
GOALS SCORED
6
GAMES PLAYED
2nd
WORLD CUP TITLE

Key Players

5Franz Beckenbauer
13Gerd Müller
1Sepp Maier
14Wolfgang Overath
ARGENTINA
MARADONA'S MASTERPIECE
The 1986 Argentina team will forever be remembered for Diego Maradona's extraordinary individual brilliance. While the team had other talented players, it was Maradona who carried them to glory in Mexico, producing perhaps the greatest individual performance in World Cup history.

ICONIC MOMENT

The quarter-final against England featured both the controversial "Hand of God" goal and the "Goal of the Century," where Maradona dribbled past five English players before scoring. These contrasting goals perfectly captured Maradona's genius and controversy in a single match.

1986
14
GOALS SCORED
5
MARADONA GOALS
2nd
WORLD CUP TITLE

Key Players

10Diego Maradona
9Jorge Valdano
5José Luis Brown
16Julio Olarticoechea
FRANCE
MULTICULTURAL CHAMPIONS
The 1998 French team represented the new face of France - multicultural, talented, and united. Led by Zinedine Zidane and Didier Deschamps, they combined technical brilliance with defensive solidity. Their victory on home soil united the nation and was followed by Euro 2000 success, cementing their legacy.

ICONIC MOMENT

Zinedine Zidane's two headed goals in the 1998 final against Brazil, leading France to a commanding 3-0 victory. The image of Zidane leaping to meet corner kicks became iconic, as the midfield maestro delivered when it mattered most on the biggest stage.

1998-2000
15
GOALS SCORED
2
GOALS CONCEDED
1st
WORLD CUP TITLE

Key Players

10Zinedine Zidane
7Didier Deschamps
12Thierry Henry
3Lilian Thuram

LEGENDARY FOOTBALL STARS

Icons Who Defined World Cup History

PELÉ

Brazil

1958, 1962, 1970

3x World Cup Winner

DIEGO MARADONA

Argentina

1982, 1986, 1990, 1994

1986 World Cup Winner

FRANZ BECKENBAUER

Germany

1966, 1970, 1974

Der Kaiser

JOHAN CRUYFF

Netherlands

1974

Total Football Pioneer

ZINEDINE ZIDANE

France

1998, 2002, 2006

1998 World Cup Winner

RONALDO

Brazil

1994, 1998, 2002, 2006

O Fenômeno

LIONEL MESSI

Argentina

2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022

2022 World Cup Winner

PAOLO MALDINI

Italy

1990, 1994, 1998, 2002

Il Capitano

ROBERTO BAGGIO

Italy

1990, 1994, 1998

Il Divin Codino

GARRINCHA

Brazil

1958, 1962, 1966

Alegria do Povo

GERD MÜLLER

Germany

1970, 1974

Der Bomber

CLASSIC WORLD CUP MOMENTS

Legendary Moments That Defined Football History

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