World Cup History Quiz 🏆
From Maradona to Qatar 2022, test your memory of iconic World Cup winners, hosts, records, and unforgettable football moments.
About this quiz
World Cup history is packed with legendary teams, dramatic finals, famous goals, and records that football fans love to debate. This quiz checks how well you remember the biggest moments, from the first tournament in 1930 to modern champions and star scorers.
You will answer 10 multiple-choice questions and get a score based on your World Cup knowledge. Use it as a quick challenge, a football nostalgia trip, or a way to see whether your tournament facts are match-ready.
Possible results
🪑 Bench Warmer
SCORE RANGE: 0 – 29
Oops — looks like you've been warming the bench while the rest of the stadium was watching the classics! Don't sweat it. Even the greatest managers started somewhere.
⚡ Quick challenge: Pick one World Cup final from history and read up on it. Then come back and show us what you've got. The rematch is just a click away.
📺 Couch Fan
SCORE RANGE: 30 – 59
Not bad! You've clearly caught some matches — but a few sneaky questions slipped past you. You've got the passion, now it's time to pair it with some deeper history.
📖 Did you know? Brazil has won 5 World Cups, and the very first tournament was held way back in 1930. A little reading goes a long way — you're closer to the next tier than you think!
🎽 Season Ticket Holder
SCORE RANGE: 60 – 79
Now that's a proper football fan! You clearly know your World Cup history and could hold your own at any trivia night. Those tricky questions kept the perfect score just out of reach — but you're genuinely impressive.
🏟️ So close to the top tier. Review the questions you missed, then challenge a friend. Bet they can't beat your score.
🏆 World Cup Encyclopedia
SCORE RANGE: 80 – 100
Extraordinary. From 1930 Uruguay to 2022 Qatar, nothing escapes you. You know World Cup history better than most commentators — and probably better than a few coaches too.
⚽ Your move: Share your score and challenge your friends. Fair warning though — this quiz doesn't go easy on anyone. Think they can match you?
Quiz questions
1. Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
2. In which year was the very first FIFA World Cup held?
3. Which country hosted AND won the 1966 World Cup?
4. Who scored the infamous 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup?
5. Which team won the very first FIFA World Cup in 1930?
6. Which country won the 2014 World Cup in Brazil?
7. In which country was the 2010 World Cup held?
8. Who was the Golden Boot winner at the 2018 World Cup in Russia?
9. How many World Cup finals has Germany played in total?
10. Which country won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar?
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