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1954
🇨🇭Switzerland
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Where Records Were Broken

Donde se rompieron los récords

Four years on from the heartbreak of Rio, the World Cup packed its bags and headed back to Europe. Switzerland. The land of clean air, mountain views, chocolate and cuckoo clocks.

FILE #05 — Tournament Facts

Dates

16 Jun – 4 Jul 1954

Teams

16

Champion

West Germany

Top scorer

Sándor Kocsis (11)

Final

West Germany 3–2 Hungary

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Frequently asked questions

Who won the 1954 FIFA World Cup?

West Germany won the 1954 FIFA World Cup, held in Switzerland. It was the 5th edition of the tournament, and the final finished West Germany 3–2 Hungary.

Where was the 1954 World Cup held?

The 1954 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Switzerland, played from 16 Jun – 4 Jul 1954. 16 national teams took part and West Germany were crowned champions.

What was the final score of the 1954 World Cup?

The final of the 1954 FIFA World Cup finished West Germany 3–2 Hungary, giving West Germany the title.

Who was the top scorer of the 1954 World Cup?

The top scorer of the 1954 FIFA World Cup was Sándor Kocsis (11).