New Delhi, June 3: The FIFA World Cup has seen a total of 22 editions so far. Only seven teams have managed to reach the milestone of scoring 100 goals in this prestigious tournament. Let’s explore these nations that have achieved this remarkable feat.
Brazil: The only country to participate in all 22 editions of the FIFA World Cup, Brazil has played a total of 114 matches, scoring 237 goals. They hold the record for the most titles, having won five championships in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002. Legendary footballer Ronaldo Nazário scored the highest for Brazil with 15 goals.
Germany: This nation has competed in the FIFA World Cup 20 times, with 112 matches resulting in 232 goals. Germany has claimed the title four times in 1954, 1974, 1990, and 2014. Miroslav Klose is the top scorer for Germany, netting 16 goals.
Argentina: Having participated in the World Cup 18 times, Argentina has played 88 matches and scored 152 goals. They have won the title three times (1978, 1986, and 2022). Lionel Messi is the leading scorer for Argentina with 13 goals.
France: France has taken part in the FIFA World Cup 16 times, with a total of 73 matches and 136 goals scored. The champions of 1998 and 2018, Just Fontaine holds the record for the most goals scored for France with 13.
Italy: Italy has played in the World Cup 18 times, achieving 128 goals in 83 matches. They have won the championship in 1934, 1938, 1982, and 2006. Christian Vieri, Paolo Rossi, and Roberto Baggio are tied as the top scorers for Italy, each with 9 goals.
Spain: Competing in the World Cup 16 times, Spain has scored 108 goals in 67 matches. The champions of 2010, David Villa is the top scorer for Spain with 9 goals.
England: England has participated in the World Cup 16 times, scoring 104 goals in 74 matches. They won their first and only World Cup in 1966. Gary Lineker is England’s top scorer, with 10 goals.
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