Who won the 1950 World Cup in Brazil?

Who won the 1950 World Cup in Brazil?

1950 FIFA World Cup. The 1950 FIFA World Cup, held in Brazil from 24 June to 16 July 1950, was the fourth FIFA World Cup. It was the first World Cup since 1938, the planned 1942 and 1946 competitions having been cancelled due to World War II. It was won by Uruguay, who had won the inaugural competition in 1930.

When did the 1950 World Cup take place?

1950 FIFA World Cup. The 1950 FIFA World Cup, held in Brazil from 24 June to 16 July 1950, was the fourth FIFA World Cup.

When was the first FIFA World Cup held in Brazil?

1950 FIFA World Cup. The 1950 FIFA World Cup, held in Brazil from 24 June to 16 July 1950, was the fourth FIFA World Cup. It was the first World Cup since 1938, the planned 1942 and 1946 competitions having been cancelled due to World War II.

What was the World Cup final group stage in 1930?

The final group stage involved the teams that had won their groups: Brazil, Spain, Sweden and 1930 FIFA World Cup champions Uruguay, who were making their first World Cup appearance since winning the inaugural tournament. The World Cup winner would be the team that finished on top of this group.

Uruguay national football team
1950 FIFA World Cup/Champion

Why did the 1950 World Cup take place in Brazil?

The World Cup was at risk of not being held for sheer lack of interest from the international community, until Brazil presented a bid at the 1946 FIFA Congress, offering to host the event on condition that the tournament take place in 1950 rather than the originally proposed year of 1949.

Who played in the 1950 World Cup final?

The final round of the 1950 FIFA World Cup took place from 9 to 16 July 1950. The final round consisted of Brazil, Spain, Sweden, and Uruguay. The winner of the final round was declared champions of the World Cup. Uruguay won the tournament, defeating hosts Brazil in the decisive match for their second World Cup title.

Why is the World Cup so popular all over the world?

So why the popularity? First, it is easily played on any surface. Unlike even baseball, where there are few money barriers, a single ball is all that is relevant. Second, advertising and financing are very big in most countries in the world.

How did Uruguay win World Cup?

In the first World Cup final, held on July 30, 1930, 93,000 spectators looked on as Uruguay defeated Argentina 4–2 in a rematch of the 1928 Olympic gold medal game. Uruguay went on to win its second World Cup in 1950 with a 2-1 win over Brazil in Rio de Janeiro.

What happened in the 1950 World Cup Final between Uruguay and Brazil?

With Brazil topping the group at one point ahead of Uruguay going into the match, Uruguay needed a win while Brazil needed only to avoid defeat to claim the title of world champions; neither of the other two teams, Spain and Sweden, could finish first. The match is often regarded as the de facto final of the 1950 World Cup.

Where was the 1950 World Cup played?

Uruguay v Brazil (1950 FIFA World Cup) Uruguay v Brazil was the decisive match of the final group stage at the 1950 FIFA World Cup. The match was played at the Estádio do Maracanã in the then-Brazilian capital of Rio de Janeiro on 16 July 1950.

What happened in Rio de Janeiro in 1950?

On the morning of 16 July 1950, the streets of Rio de Janeiro were bustling with activity. An improvised carnival was organised, with thousands of signs celebrating the world title, and chants of “Brazil must win!”.

What was the last World Cup match played between South America?

Uruguay v Brazil (1950 FIFA World Cup) It was the second (and to date, the last) final match featuring two South American teams (the first being the 1930 final between Uruguay and Argentina, which was also won by Uruguay).