FIFA World Cup Winners Through the Years: Who Will Claim 2026?

The FIFA World Cup, the pinnacle of international football, has crowned champions since its inception in 1930. The tournament has seen a variety of nations lifting the prestigious trophy, showcasing the global talent and passion for the beautiful game. Here’s a look at the historic winners:

  • 1930: ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡พ Uruguay
  • 1934: ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
  • 1938: ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
  • 1950: ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡พ Uruguay
  • 1954: ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
  • 1958: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
  • 1962: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
  • 1966: ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง England
  • 1970: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
  • *1974: ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
  • 1978: ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Argentina
  • 1982: ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
  • 1986: ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Argentina
  • 1990: ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
  • 1994: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
  • 1998: ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France
  • 2002: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil
  • 2006: ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
  • *2010: ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Spain
  • 2014: ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
  • 2018: ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France
  • 2022: ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Argentina

As we reflect on these historic triumphs, the football world eagerly anticipates the next chapter in 2026. With the tournament set to be hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, excitement is building. Who will rise to the occasion and etch their name in football history? Will it be a familiar champion or a new contender?

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