Who Won the Last World Cup?

Argentina won the last World Cup, defeating France on penalties in the 2022 final in Qatar.

Full winners list

Browse every champion on our World Cup winners list page.

Argentina lifted the trophy in 2022; Brazil remain the most successful nation with five titles. Use our winners list for every champion back to 1930.

For the current cycle, follow live standings and the knockout bracket as 2026 progresses.

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Frequently asked questions

Who scored for Argentina?+

Messi scored twice in the final; Mbappé had a hat-trick for France.