Pelé played for Brazil from 1957 to 1971, scoring 77 goals in 92 international matches. He became Brazil's youngest goalscorer at age 16 years and eight months. He scored seven international hat-tricks, most by any Brazilian player
Born in 1987 in Rosario, Argentina, to factory worker father and cleaner mother. Diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency at age 11. Moved to Barcelona in 2000 for treatment. Made Barcelona debut at 17 years old in 2004
Saudi Arabia confirmed as host nation in December 2024. FIFA restricted hosting to Asia or Oceania after 2030 tournament. Infantino played key role in Saudi Arabia's bid selection. FIFA unexpectedly sped up bidding timeline by three years
Egypt was only African team at 1934 World Cup, losing 4-2 to Hungary. No African teams participated in 1930-1966 World Cups. Egypt withdrew before 1938, 1950, 1954, 1958, 1962, 1966
Considered one of the greatest full-backs of all time. Led Bayern Munich to 2013 Champions League treble. Won 2014 FIFA World Cup with Germany. Scored 5 goals in 113 international appearances
Portuguese established garrison in 1723, expelled by Spanish in 1724. City officially founded on December 24, 1726. Became independent from Buenos Aires in 1730. Brief British rule in 1807, later retaken by Spanish criollos