1930 FIFA World Cup Lists
The inauguaral FIFA World Cup was held in Uruguay, featuring 13 teams. The tournament was won by Uruguay, who defeated Argentina 4–2 in the final. It was known for the long sea journeys European teams made to South America.
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- In 1930, 13 teams competed in four groups. Group winners advanced directly to a knockout semi-final stage. No third-place playoff was held. See the format changes over the years.
- The winner of the tournament was Uruguay. See the 1930 final standings, and the list of all winners.
- The top goal scorer in 1930 was Argentianian Guillermo Stabile with eight goals. See the Top Goal Scorers for 1930, and the list of all Golden Boot winners.
- The United States’ Bert Patenaude recorded the first World Cup hat-trick in a match against Paraguay.
- At this tournament, Chile’s Carlos Vidal took the first penalty kick in World Cup history, but France goalkeeper Alex Thépot became the first to save one. See more World Cup Firsts
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