World cup

World Cup- Lu

By lrangel2017

  • 1st World Cup

    1st World Cup
    It took place in Uruguay from 13 July to 30 July 1930.

  • Brazil has won 5 titles since 1958

    Brazil has won 5 titles since 1958
    Brazil has won the most titles with 5 wins, ranging from 1958 to 2002. The Brazilians have appeared in every World Cup since its inception back in 1930. Italy has taken home 4 titles making them the second most winning country. Their victories range from 1934 to 2006. Germany comes in third with 3 wins, followed by Argentina and Uruguay with 2 wins apiece.

  • The Fastest Goal

    The Fastest Goal
    In the 2002 World Cup, Turkey’s Hakan Sukur scored a goal in just 11 seconds.

  • Almost 50% Of The World’s 7.05 Billion People Watch The Cup

    Almost 50% Of The World’s 7.05 Billion People Watch The Cup
    Almost 3.2 billion people worldwide, roughly 46% of the world’s population, watched more than one minute of the 2010 World Cup.

  • $35 Million Dollar Payout For The Winner

    $35 Million Dollar Payout For The Winner
    One of the most interesting World Cup facts is how much money FIFA pays the tournament’s participants. The winner of the World Cup takes home a staggering $35 million dollars and the runner-up $25 million.
    FIFA’s generous disbursements make a little more sense when you consider how much they rake in. For the 2014 World Cup, they’re projected to make around $4 billion dollars. Not bad for a month long tournament.