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1958
🇸🇪Sweden
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Where a Legend Was Born

Donde nació una leyenda

Remember Brazil in 1950? The greatest stadium on earth. A trophy almost engraved before the final's opening whistle was blown. And the silence and pain of the disappointment that followed.

FILE #06 — Tournament Facts

Dates

8 Jun – 29 Jun 1958

Teams

16

Champion

Brazil

Top scorer

Just Fontaine (13)

Final

Brazil 5–2 Sweden

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Frequently asked questions

Who won the 1958 FIFA World Cup?

Brazil won the 1958 FIFA World Cup, held in Sweden. It was the 6th edition of the tournament, and the final finished Brazil 5–2 Sweden.

Where was the 1958 World Cup held?

The 1958 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Sweden, played from 8 Jun – 29 Jun 1958. 16 national teams took part and Brazil were crowned champions.

What was the final score of the 1958 World Cup?

The final of the 1958 FIFA World Cup finished Brazil 5–2 Sweden, giving Brazil the title.

Who was the top scorer of the 1958 World Cup?

The top scorer of the 1958 FIFA World Cup was Just Fontaine (13).