FIFA World Cup Winner 1962
Brazil's second World Cup title, defended in Chile 1962.
Brazil won the 1962 FIFA World Cup, their second title, held in Chile.
Quick Facts
- Winning margin in final
- 3-1
Lore & Background
Brazil successfully defended their title in 1962, becoming one of two teams to have defended their title as champions. Garrincha and Vavá shared the Golden Boot with four goals each.
Reader's Guide
Brazil's 1962 World Cup campaign included a 4-2 semi-final win over Chile, with Garrincha scoring twice and Vavá once. Amarildo scored the equalizer in the final, not the semi-final.
Did You Know?
- Pelé is the only player to win three FIFA World Cups (1958, 1962, 1970).
- Mário Zagallo won the 1962 World Cup as a player and later won as coach in 1970.
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