1930 FIFA World Cup — Uruguay.
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The 1930 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Uruguay (13–30 July 1930) with 13 teams. Champion: Uruguay. The final was Uruguay 4–2 Argentina at Estadio Centenario, Montevideo. Top scorer: Guillermo Stábile (8).
The story of 1930
The first FIFA World Cup, hosted and won by Uruguay to mark the centenary of their independence. Only 13 teams entered — just four from Europe after a long Atlantic boat journey deterred many. Uruguay came from 2–1 down to beat neighbours Argentina 4–2 in front of 68,000 at the purpose-built Estadio Centenario. Argentina's Guillermo Stábile top-scored with 8 goals despite not starting the tournament as first choice.
Edition facts
| Host | Uruguay |
| Dates | 13–30 July 1930 |
| Teams | 13 |
| Format | 4 groups → knockout semifinals |
| Champion | Uruguay |
| Runner-up | Argentina |
| Final | Uruguay 4–2 Argentina |
| Final venue | Estadio Centenario, Montevideo |
| Third place | United States / Yugoslavia |
| Top scorer | Guillermo Stábile (8) |
| Best player (Golden Ball) | José Nasazzi |
| Official mascot | — |
| Official ball | T-Model |
| Total attendance | 590,549 |
| Total goals | 70 |
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