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Where the World Played On

Donde el mundo siguió jugando

Remember how Italy had used the World Cup to show the world how powerful they were? Well, by 1938, the world was starting to feel very uneasy about powerful countries.

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FILE #03 — Tournament Facts

Dates

4 Jun – 19 Jun 1938

Teams

15

Champion

Italy

Top scorer

Leônidas (7)

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Final

Italy 4–2 Hungary

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Frequently asked questions

Who won the 1938 FIFA World Cup?

Italy won the 1938 FIFA World Cup, held in France. It was the 3rd edition of the tournament, and the final finished Italy 4–2 Hungary.

Where was the 1938 World Cup held?

The 1938 FIFA World Cup was hosted by France, played from 4 Jun – 19 Jun 1938. 15 national teams took part and Italy were crowned champions.

What was the final score of the 1938 World Cup?

The final of the 1938 FIFA World Cup finished Italy 4–2 Hungary, giving Italy the title.

Who was the top scorer of the 1938 World Cup?

The top scorer of the 1938 FIFA World Cup was Leônidas (7).