Who won the 1958 FIFA World Cup?
Brazil won the 1958 FIFA World Cup, beating host nation Sweden 5-2 in the final held at the Råsunda Stadium in Solna, Stockholm. It was Brazil's first World Cup title.
Questions about 1958 FIFA World Cup
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How old was Pelé during the 1958 FIFA World Cup?
Pelé was 17 years old during the 1958 FIFA World Cup. He became the youngest player in history to participate in, score in, and win a World Cup final.
Who scored the most goals at the 1958 FIFA World Cup?
Just Fontaine of France scored 13 goals at the 1958 FIFA World Cup, a record for the most goals scored by a single player in one tournament that has never been surpassed. He scored in every round, including four goals in the third-place match against West Germany.
Where was the 1958 FIFA World Cup held?
The 1958 FIFA World Cup was held in Sweden from the 8th to the 29th of June 1958. Twelve cities across central and southern Sweden hosted matches, with the Råsunda Stadium in Stockholm serving as the main venue for eight games including the final.
Was the 1958 FIFA World Cup the first time Wales qualified?
Yes, the 1958 FIFA World Cup was Wales's first-ever appearance at the tournament. Wales qualified through a play-off against Israel after Israel's original opponents refused to compete. Wales did not qualify again for another 64 years.
What records were set in the 1958 FIFA World Cup final?
The 1958 final set several records that still stand. Brazil's five goals were the most ever scored by a winning team in a final. The seven total goals were the most in any final. The three-goal winning margin is the joint highest, shared with the 1970 and 1998 finals. Nils Liedholm of Sweden became the oldest player to score in a World Cup final at 35 years and 263 days.