FIFA World Cup 2022 is about to begin. Did you know that only 8 countries have won till now.
Brazil is the most successful FIFA World Cup team in history.
Though France won the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia and will enter Qatar as the defending champions, aiming for their third title. Brazil is the most successful FIFA World Cup team in history. Surprisingly, Brazil has emerged as the most successful team at the marquee event, having won five titles so far.
on the other hand, Belgium, Argentina, and England are expected to be among the top title contenders in Qatar 2022.
The group stage will feature 32 nations. The teams were divided into eight groups of four teams each, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the next round.
A Brief History
Since its inception in 1930, the FIFA World Cup has been regarded as the pinnacle of international footballing events. The tournament has been held every four years since its inception, with the exception of the 1942 and 1946 editions, which were cancelled due to World War II. Meanwhile, 32 countries are set to compete for the prestigious trophy at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
Meanwhile, several flag bearers of the game are expected to make their final appearance at the World Cup in 2022. Argentine great Lionel Messi and Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo are among the top players who could make their final World Cup appearance. The tournament’s 2022 edition is set to begin on November 20, 2022.
The group stage will include 32 countries. The eight groups of four teams each were formed, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the next round.
List of Champions Men’s FIFA World Cup
Year | Champion | Runner-up | Host Country | Teams Participated |
2018 | France | Croatia | Russia | 32 |
2014 | Germany | Argentina | Brazil | 32 |
2010 | Spain | Netherlands | South Africa | 32 |
2006 | Italy | France | Germany | 32 |
2002 | Brazil | Germany | Japan, South Korea | 32 |
1998 | France | Brazil | France | 32 |
1994 | Brazil | Italy | United States | 24 |
1990 | Germany | Argentina | Italy | 24 |
1986 | Argentina | Germany | Mexico | 24 |
1982 | Italy | Germany | Spain | 24 |
1978 | Argentina | Netherlands | Argentina | 16 |
1974 | West Germany | Netherlands | West Germany | 16 |
1970 | Brazil | Italy | Mexico | 16 |
1966 | England | West Germany | England | 16 |
1962 | Brazil | Czechoslovakia | Chile | 16 |
1958 | Brazil | Sweden | Sweden | 16 |
1954 | West Germany | Hungary | Switzerland | 16 |
1950 | Uruguay | Brazil | Brazil | 13 |
1938 | Italy | Hungary | France | 15 |
1934 | Italy | Czechoslovakia | Italy | 16 |
1930 | Uruguay | Argentina | Uruguay | 13 |