If the quantity was attained by more than one team in the same tournament, the teams will be listed alphabetically. For a detailed list of top four appearances, see FIFA World Cup results.

During the FIFA World Cup’s long history, players from more than 80 international football (soccer) teams have set all kinds of historic records, such as France’s Just Fontaine scoring 13 goals in the 1958 tournament. Read on to learn more about records and awards related to the World Cup.

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As of the 2026 edition, 84 national teams have competed at the finals of the men's FIFA World Cup. Brazil is the only team to have appeared in all 23 tournaments to date, with Germany having participated in 21, Argentina in 19, and Italy and Mexico both in 18. Eight nations have won the tournament.

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As of the 2026 World Cup, 23 tournaments have been held since the event's inception in 1930, and a total of 84 national teams have competed. The trophy has been won by eight national teams. With five wins, Brazil are the only team to have played in every tournament.

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