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Most World Cup appearances (countries)

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At a glance

Brazilië leads with 23 appearances. 2 appearances ahead of Duitsland (21). The list has 8 entries, from 23 at the top down to 17 at the bottom. The top 5 average 19.8 appearances per entry.

  1. 1
    Brazilië

    Enige land op élk WK (1930–2026)

    23
    appearances
  2. 2
    Duitsland

    incl. West-Duitsland

    21
    appearances
  3. 3
    Argentinië

    t/m 2026

    19
    appearances
  4. 4
    Italië

    niet in 2018/2022/2026

    18
    appearances
  5. 4
    Mexico

    mede-gastland 2026

    18
    appearances
  6. 6
    Spanje

    17
    appearances
  7. 6
    Engeland

    17
    appearances
  8. 6
    Frankrijk

    17
    appearances

Frequently asked questions

Which country tops "Most World Cup appearances (countries)"?
Brazilië is number 1 with 23 appearances.
What is the top 3 of "Most World Cup appearances (countries)"?
The top 3: 1. Brazilië (23 appearances), 2. Duitsland (21 appearances), 3. Argentinië (19 appearances).
How many appearances does Brazilië have?
Brazilië has 23 appearances.