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1938 WORLD CUP
FRANCE
6/4/1938 -6/19/1938
Italy became the first team to successfully defend their World Cup title, defeating Hungary 4-2 in the final. Austria had qualified but withdrew after the country's annexation by Germany, so their spot was taken by Sweden. The tournament featured a straight knockout format from the first round onwards. Brazil's Leonidas was the standout player, scoring 7 goals.
TOURNAMENT LEGACY
Italy became the first team to successfully defend their World Cup title, defeating Hungary 4-2 in the final. Austria had qualified but withdrew after the country's annexation by Germany, so their spot was taken by Sweden. The tournament featured a straight knockout format from the first round onwards. Brazil's Leonidas was the standout player, scoring 7 goals.
TOURNAMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Memorable Moments & Key Information
Italy became the first team to successfully defend their World Cup title, defeating Hungary 4-2 in the final. Austria had qualified but withdrew after the country's annexation by Germany, so their spot was taken by Sweden. The tournament featured a straight knockout format from the first round onwards. Brazil's Leonidas was the standout player, scoring 7 goals.
Main Venues
Stade Olympique de Colombes
Stade Vélodrome
Stadio Comunale
Parc Lescure
Tournament Information
Start Date:6/4/1938
End Date:6/19/1938
1938
Winner
Italy
Second Place
Hungary
Third Place
Brazil
15
TEAMS
84
TOTAL GOALS
18
TOTAL MATCHES
375,700
TOTAL ATTENDANCE
4.67
GOALS PER MATCH
Top Scorer
7
Leonidas
Brazil