World Cup Winners List
Every champion, runner-up and host nation since 1930, updated as the 2026 tournament unfolds across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Hall of Fame
The eight nations to have lifted the World Cup, ranked by total titles
1994 · 2002
1990 · 2014
1982 · 2006
Every World Cup, Year by Year
Champion, runner-up and host nation for all 23 editions
Best of the Rest: Final Appearances Without a Title
A handful of nations have come agonisingly close, reaching multiple finals without ever lifting the trophy. The Netherlands have lost three finals (1974, 1978, 2010), each to a different opponent, more than any other nation without a title.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has won the most World Cups?
Brazil has won the most World Cup titles with five championships, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002.
Who won the first World Cup?
Uruguay won the first World Cup in 1930, defeating Argentina 4-2 in the final on home soil in Montevideo.
Why was there no World Cup in 1942 or 1946?
Both tournaments were cancelled due to World War II. The World Cup resumed in 1950, hosted by Brazil.
How many countries have won the World Cup?
Eight nations have won the World Cup: Brazil, Germany, Italy, Argentina, France, Uruguay, England and Spain.
Which country has reached the most finals without winning?
The Netherlands have reached three World Cup finals, in 1974, 1978 and 2010, without winning any of them.