Who can threaten Brazil's pentacampeonato?

Brazil remains the only pentacampeão, but the rise of Spain's new generation reinforces the list of teams that can threaten Brazil's dominance in the next World Cup editions. Recently, Spain won the 2026 World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in the extra time.

Which teams can threaten Brazil?

Germany and Italy, both tetracampeãs, are only one World Cup away from equaling Brazil. Although they are living through a period of reconstruction, the two teams maintain a tradition and a history of strong campaigns in World Cups. France also appears as a candidate, champion in 1998 and 2018 and vice in 2022.

What are Brazil's chances?

Brazil is trying to end a drought that has lasted since 2002. The hexacampeonato remains the main objective of the Seleção, both to expand its advantage in the historical ranking and to avoid having its main rivals reduce the distance in the next World Cups. With the recent defeat to Norway (1-2), Brazil is looking to recover and return to being a force to be considered.

What's next?

Brazil has its next match scheduled for September 25, against Australia, away from home. The Seleção needs to recover and return to being a force to be considered. With the rise of Spain's new generation, Brazil needs to prepare to face an increasingly challenging task.

Current data

  • Last result: Brazil 1-2 Norway (2026-07-05)
  • Recent form (last 5): 3W-1D-1L (LWWWD, most recent first)
  • Next fixture: vs Australia (away, 2026-09-25)