World Cup Winners
Every country to win the FIFA World Cup, ranked by number of titles, from Brazil's record five to Spain's 2026 triumph.
- 1
Brazil1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 20025Titles - 2
Germany1954, 1974, 1990, 20144Titles - 2
Italy1934, 1938, 1982, 20064Titles - 4
Argentina1978, 1986, 20223Titles - 5
France1998, 20182Titles - 5
Uruguay1930, 19502Titles - 5
Spain2010, 20262Titles - 8
England19661Titles
Source: Wikipedia, FIFA World Cup winners by nation, as of July 2026, after the 2026 tournament.
A trophy shared by just eight nations
In nearly a century of World Cups, only eight countries have ever lifted the trophy, and none from outside Europe and South America. At the top sits Brazil, whose five titles between 1958 and 2002 set a benchmark no one has matched, built on golden generations from Pelé to Ronaldo.
Europe's giants press close behind: Germany and Italy on four each, with Argentina, champions again in 2022 behind Lionel Messi, on three. France and Uruguay share two apiece, and in 2026 Spain doubled their tally, beating Argentina in the final to add to their 2010 crown.
England's lone triumph came on home soil in 1966, one of six times the host nation has won. From Uruguay's inaugural 1930 title to Spain's 2026 success, the roll of champions is a short but storied list of football's greatest sides.
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Frequently asked questions
Which country has won the most World Cups?+
Brazil have won the most FIFA World Cups with five titles (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002). They are also the only nation to have played in every World Cup finals tournament.
Who won the 2026 World Cup?+
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, beating Argentina in the final. It was Spain's second World Cup, after their first in 2010.
How many countries have won the World Cup?+
Eight nations have won the World Cup: Brazil, Germany, Italy, Argentina, France, Uruguay, Spain and England. Only European and South American teams have ever lifted the trophy.
Has any country won the World Cup as hosts?+
Yes. Six host nations have won on home soil: Uruguay (1930), Italy (1934), England (1966), West Germany (1974), Argentina (1978) and France (1998).