Which nations have paved their way to the semifinals or final four of the "World Cup" the most times?
On 14 Jul 2026 GMT+7, let's look at the six nations that have reached the semifinals or final four of the world's biggest football event, the "World Cup," the most times in history. Ranked number one is the "Die Mannschaft," Germany, which has reached the semifinals 13 times and won the championship 4 times.
Next, in second place is "Samba," Brazil, which has reached the semifinals 11 times and won the title 5 times. Following that, tied for third place are two teams: "Azzurri," Italy, which has made it to the final four 8 times and won 4 championships, and the "Les Bleus," France, which has also reached this stage 8 times and won 2 titles.
In fifth place is "La Albiceleste," Argentina, which has reached the semifinals 7 times and won the World Cup 3 times. Meanwhile, the "Oranje," the Netherlands, has reached the final four 5 times but has yet to secure a World Cup title.
Germany: 13 times (4-time champions)
Brazil: 11 times (5-time champions)
Italy: 8 times (4-time champions)
France: 8 times (2-time champions)
Argentina: 7 times (3-time champions)
Netherlands: 5 times (*has not yet won the championship*)