The Brazilian national team is now tied with Argentina in the number of World Cup finals played. With the last final in 2022, both countries have eight appearances in the decisive match of the tournament. However, Brazil still leads in titles, with five wins, while Argentina has three.

How did Brazil reach this number?

Brazil played its first World Cup final in 1950, at the Maracanã, losing to Uruguay. Since then, the Brazilian team has reached the final six more times, winning in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002. The last appearance was in 2014, when they lost to Germany by 7 to 1.

What does this mean for Brazil in 2026?

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Brazil aims to increase its number of finals and, consequently, titles. The team has shown good performance in the qualifiers and recent friendlies. The last result was a 2-1 loss to Norway on July 5, 2026, but the team maintains good form, with three wins, one draw, and one loss in the last five games.

Next challenges

Brazil's next match is against Australia on September 25, 2026, in a World Cup qualifier. The team seeks to consolidate its position in the ranking and secure a spot in the tournament.