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World Cup 2018

What is world cup 2018?

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Key facts

Official name 2018 FIFA World Cup[1]
Host country Russia[1]
Dates 14 June – 15 July 2018[1]
Teams 32[1]
Winner France[1]
Runner-up Croatia[1]

The 2018 FIFA World Cup was the 21st edition of FIFA's men's international football tournament, held in Russia from 14 June to 15 July 2018. France won the tournament, defeating Croatia 4–2 in the final. [1] [3]

Context

The 2018 FIFA World Cup was the 21st edition of the tournament, hosted by Russia from 14 June to 15 July 2018 [1]. France won the title, with Croatia as runners-up [1]. The competition used a group stage followed by knockout rounds, with 64 matches and 169 goals scored [2]. The final saw France defeat Croatia 4–2 [3]. Harry Kane finished as the top scorer [2].

Documented claims

  • The tournament featured 64 matches and 169 goals. [1]
  • The final match was France 4–2 Croatia. [3]
  • Harry Kane was the top scorer. [2]

Questions and answers

When was the 2018 World Cup held?

It was held from 14 June to 15 July 2018 [1].

Who won the 2018 World Cup?

France won the tournament, beating Croatia in the final [1].

How many teams participated?

32 teams participated in the 2018 World Cup [1].

Sources

  1. World Cup 2018: First final for Croatia, second title for France — aljazeera.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Football World Cup 2018 in Russia — footballhistory.org (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Everything You Need to Know About the 2018 World Cup — time.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Sports