The 5 World Cups won by Brazil in football

Brazil is the only nation to have won five FIFA World Cups . An absolute record that testifies to the excellence and unique style of the Seleção on the international stage.

Here's a detailed look back at Brazil's five World Cup titles. ⚽

🏆 1958 World Cup: Pelé's emergence in Sweden, Brazil's first star

Brazil's first star shone brightly in 1958 at the World Cup in Sweden. Led by the genius Pelé , then only 17 years old, Brazil dazzled the world with spectacular football. Pelé scored a hat trick in the semi-final against France, then two goals in the final against Sweden (5-2). The Pelé-Garrincha duo became legendary. Brazil offered the world a new vision of football, based on creativity, audacity, and the joy of playing.

🏆 1962 World Cup: Brazil confirms its status as champion in Chile

Four years later, Brazil retained its title in Chile , despite Pelé's injury during the group stage. Garrincha led the team, delivering an exceptional tournament, particularly in the quarter-final against England and the semi-final against the host nation. In the final, Brazil defeated Czechoslovakia 3-1. This edition confirmed Brazil's dominance and demonstrated that the team as a whole was as strong as its individual players. Brazil made history as only the second nation to retain its World Cup title after Italy.

🏆 1970 World Cup: The pinnacle of "futebol arte" by Brazil

The 1970 World Cup in Mexico is considered by many to be the greatest in history. With a team composed of legends like Pelé, Tostão, Jairzinho, Rivelino, and Carlos Alberto , Brazil produced a total and poetic brand of football. Pelé became the first player to win three World Cups. The final against Italy (4-1) was a masterpiece: the fourth goal, finished by Carlos Alberto after a magical team move, symbolized "samba football." This team remains, even today, an absolute benchmark.

For your viewing pleasure, we invite you to admire this gem from Brazil in the World Cup final against Italy:

🏆 1994 World Cup: The return of Brazilian pragmatism

After a 24-year wait, Brazil returned to winning ways at the 1994 World Cup in the United States . Led by the duo of Romário and Bebeto , and the solid captain Dunga , the Seleção displayed a more balanced, less flamboyant but remarkably effective style of play. In the final, Brazil faced Italy and won on penalties (0-0, 3-2 on penalties) after a tense match. It was the first World Cup final in history to be decided by a penalty shootout. Romário was voted one of the tournament's best players, and Brazil regained its global glory.

This World Cup in the USA was played in extremely difficult weather conditions , which sparked considerable controversy. Many matches, in fact, were played in temperatures exceeding 40°C. The Brazilian heat proved too much for the rest of the world...

🏆 2002 World Cup: The triumph of the "Three Rs", Brazil's 5th star

Brazil won their fifth star in 2002 at the World Cup co-hosted by Japan and South Korea . Led by the magical trio of Ronaldo, Rivaldo, and Ronaldinho , Ronaldo, returning from a long injury, had an exceptional tournament, scoring eight goals, including a brace in the final against Germany (2-0). It was revenge for the 1998 defeat and the crowning achievement of a player many thought was finished. This title also marked the last World Cup for Cafu, the iconic captain and the only player to have played in three consecutive finals (1994, 1998, 2002).