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Answer: Uruguay

Argentina and Uruguay were the finalists in the first World Cup. Argentina was dominant in the first half but the Uruguayans were encouraged and mobilised by their captain's half-time talk. The team rose to the occasion, restored their lead and with one minute remaining Hector Castro made it clear that the Uruguayans would be the first team to rise up, up to take the Cup. Football's most coveted prize was proudly held by Nasazzi as the team players cried for joy.

Answer: 5th

Brazil won the World Cup in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002 (their 7th World Cup final). In 1950 they were runners-up to Uruguay and in 1996 they were runners-up to France.

Answer: England

The 1966 World Cup was played in England. Brazil was beaten by Portugal and did not get past the first stage of the cup as they returned home early. England defeated West Germany 4-2 after extra time (it was 2-2 at fulltime) in what seemed to have been one of the most controversial World Cup Finals - did the ball cross the line for the third goal? England's hero in this match was Geoff Hurst, who scored the first hat-trick in a World Cup final.

Answer: Brazil

The Brazilians were the favourites to win the 1950 World Cup. Nevertheless, Uruguay had three of the world's best players on their team. Brazil scored the first goal early in the second half of the game. Brazil seemed destined to win on their home turf. Varela, Ghiggla ansd Sciaffino all played their part in turning the tide in favour of the Uruguayans.

The match was won. Brazil was beaten on their home soil. What a twist of fate!

Answer: Czechoslavakia

Despite their valiant effort Czechoslovakia had to play second fiddle to Brazil in the 1962 World Cup. The Czechoslovakians struck first and led 1-0 but this was shortlived as Amarildo who had replaced the injured Pele took command of the ball and in two minutes he had scored the equaliser. Czechoslovakia was not allowed to recover as Zito and Vava both scored halfway through the second half thus ensuring Brazi's victory.

Answer: India

In 1950 India qualified for the World Cup but refused to participate as FIFA would not allow them to play without football boots. The official reason given by the All India Football Federation was that the team had insufficient practice time and there were disagreements on team selection.

However, according to Sailen Manna if they had been better informed they would have taken the initiative.

Answer: Jamaica

History was made when the Jamaican 'Reggae Boyz' qualified for the 1998 World Cup. They were dubbed as one of the most colourful football teams in the tournament. The small Caribbean island finished third in Group H with one win, 2-1 against Japan, and did not progress past the group stage to the knock-out rounds.

Answer: Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona is one of the most controversial personalities in football. During the entire 1986 tournament he attempted or created more than 50% of his country's shots. He also dribbled three times more than any other player and won his team twice as many free kicks as any other player.

Answer: 1998

The 1998 World Cup was hosted in France. France defeated Brazil 3-0 on their home ground. Zidane scored two of the winning goals and the third was scored by Petit.

Answer: The Netherlands

In 2010 Spain became the eighth country to win the World Cup. They were also the first European country to win away from their home continent. Andres Iniesta was the man who scored the final goal, in extra time, which allowed Spain to take the Cup.