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The 1994 FIFA World Cup was hosted by the United States, where Brazil won its fourth title, becoming the first nation with 4 titles.

The 1990 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Italy, West Germany reached their 3rd consecutive final and won, after loosing it twice in a role.

The 1986 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Mexico, 16 years after they hosted it the first time. They were the first country to host it twice.

The 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain was the first with 24 teams, allowing more teams from outside Europe and South America to participate.

1978 FIFA World Cup - Argentina. The Netherlands got to the final again, and lost to the host nation again. It was Argentina's first title.

The 1974 FIFA World Cup was held in West Germany. The hosts beat the Netherlands in the final, winning their second title.

The 1970 FIFA World Cup was held in Mexico, for the first time outside Europe or South America. Brazil was the first ever to win 3 titles.

The 1966 FIFA World Cup was held in England, where the hosts won their first ever FIFA World Cup championship.

The 1962 FIFA World Cup was in Chile, after two tournaments held in Europe consecutively. Brazil won their second consecutive title.

The 1958 FIFA World Cup held in Sweden saw the introduction of Pelé to the world. The 17 years old player helped Brazil win their first title.

The 1954 FIFA World Cup was held in Switzerland, when West Germany won their first title after beating Hungary in the final.

The 1950 FIFA World Cup was held in Brazil. The final between Brazil and Uruguay was watched by more than 170 thousand fans in the stands.