Full List: Countries that have won back-to-back World Cups

Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: World

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Full List: Countries that have won back-to-back World Cups

Only Italy (1934 and 1938) and Brazil (1958 and 1962) have successfully defended the FIFA World Cup. Defending champions Argentina could become the third nation to achieve this feat if they defeat Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.

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