1958 FIFA World Cup
The sixth FIFA World Cup, held in Sweden from 8 to 29 June 1958. Brazil won its first world title, defeating Sweden 5–2 in the final.
1958 FIFA World Cup final: The 1958 World Cup final in which Brazil defeated host nation Sweden 5–2. Brazil’s five-goal victory made this the tournament’s decisive match.
1958 FIFA World Cup qualification: The process that determined which national teams entered the 1958 FIFA World Cup. Qualification assembled the 16 teams that contested the Swedish finals.
FIFA World Cup: An international association-football tournament contested by men’s national teams and organized by FIFA. The 1958 edition was the competition’s sixth tournament.
Brazil national football team: The men’s national association-football team representing Brazil in international competition. The 1958 victory began its run of five World Cup titles.
Pelé: Brazilian footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, widely known as Pelé, who won three World Cups. At 17, he scored six goals, including two in the final.
1958 FIFA World Cup group stage: The opening phase of the 1958 World Cup, in which 16 teams played in four groups. Group results determined who advanced to the knockout rounds.
Sweden: A Nordic country in Northern Europe, whose national team hosted the 1958 World Cup. Its stadiums and home team defined the tournament’s setting.
1962 FIFA World Cup: The World Cup held in Chile, won by Brazil for the second time in succession. Brazil defended the title it first won in Sweden.
Vavá: Brazilian striker who scored twice in the 1958 World Cup final. His goals helped Brazil overcome Sweden and take control of the final.
1958 FIFA World Cup knockout stage: The quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place match, and final of the 1958 World Cup. Brazil progressed through three knockout matches to win the title.