Uruguay won the first FIFA World Cup in 1930.

Quick Scoop

  • The first FIFA World Cup was held in 1930 in Montevideo, Uruguay.
  • Uruguay, the host nation, beat Argentina 4–2 in the final to become the first world champions.
  • The tournament ran from July 13 to 30, 1930, with 13 teams taking part.

A tiny bit of story

The inaugural World Cup was awarded to Uruguay in part to honor the country’s football strength and its independence centenary, and they had already won Olympic gold in 1924 and 1928. The final against Argentina was dramatic, with Uruguay coming from behind in the second half to secure a 4–2 victory and spark huge celebrations in Montevideo.

In short: if you’re ever asked “who won the first World Cup?”, the safe, one-word answer is Uruguay.

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