When did the first FIFA World Cup take place and who hosted it?
The first FIFA World Cup took place in 1930. Uruguay hosted the event and won the title.
Questions about FIFA World Cup records and statistics
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Which team has appeared in all 22 FIFA World Cup tournaments held through 2022?
Brazil stands alone as the only team to appear in all 22 tournaments held through 2022. Germany participated in 20 editions while Italy and Argentina each played in 18.
Who holds the record for most goals scored across four FIFA World Cup tournaments from 2002 to 2014?
Miroslav Klose leads all-time scoring with 16 goals across four tournaments from 2002 to 2014. Ronaldo scored 15 goals in 19 matches between 1998 and 2006.
What was the highest single match attendance recorded at Maracanã Stadium during the 1950 final?
Over 173,850 spectators watched Uruguay defeat Brazil at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro during the 1950 final. The lowest recorded crowd was just 300 people at Estadio Pocitos in Montevideo on the 14th of July 1930.
Which coach managed six tournaments across five different nations from 1982 to 2010?
Carlos Alberto Parreira managed six tournaments across five different nations from 1982 to 2010. Bora Milutinović coached five different countries over four decades starting with Mexico in 1986.