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How many FIFA World Cups has Germany won?
Germany has won the FIFA World Cup four times: in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014.
Which country has won the most FIFA World Cups?
Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup five times, more than any other country: in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002.
Who hosted and won the first FIFA World Cup?
Uruguay hosted and won the first FIFA World Cup in 1930.
Which country has won the most World Cups?
Brazil has won the men's FIFA World Cup five times, more than any other country.
Who is the only player to win three World Cups?
Brazilian legend Pelé is the only player to win three men's World Cups, in 1958, 1962, and 1970.
How did a dog find the stolen World Cup trophy?
When the original World Cup trophy was stolen in England in 1966, a dog named Pickles found it wrapped in newspaper under a hedge in London.
Was the Jules Rimet trophy ever recovered after being stolen in Brazil?
The original World Cup trophy, the Jules Rimet Trophy, was stolen again in Brazil in 1983 and has never been recovered.
When was the first Women's World Cup?
The first FIFA Women's World Cup was held in China in 1991, and the US won the title.
When was the first Hockey World Cup?
The first men's Hockey World Cup was held in Barcelona in 1971.
How did rugby get its name?
Rugby gets its name from Rugby School in England. According to legend, student William Webb Ellis picked up the ball and ran with it in 1823, and the Rugby World Cup trophy is named after him.
When was the first Rugby World Cup?
The first Rugby World Cup was held in 1987.
Why was Nelson Mandela's 1995 rugby moment important?
South African President Nelson Mandela wore a Springboks jersey at the 1995 Rugby World Cup final, a symbol of national unity.