The 2014 FIFA World Cup was held in Brazil. It ran from June 12 to July 13, 2014 , with matches across 12 host cities , including Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Quick scoop

  • Country: Brazil
  • Dates: June 12 to July 13, 2014
  • Final: Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro

Host cities

Some of the host cities were:

  • Rio de Janeiro
  • São Paulo
  • Brasília
  • Belo Horizonte
  • Salvador
  • Fortaleza

Extra detail

Brazil hosted the tournament for the second time, after also hosting the 1950 World Cup.