Brazil has won the Cup a record five times (in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002). This is more than any other nation! Unsurprisingly for a country full of footy legends, the Brazilian team has qualified for every single tournament since the start of the competition in 1930
Brazil's national team is famous for wearing their iconic yellow jersey, which is one the most recognisable international football strips in the world. The yellow colour is said to stand for optimism and positivity, and the spirit of the Brazilian people. It has meant some people call them the "Seleção Canarinha" which means canary squad. Their nicknames include Seleção (The Selection), Canarinha (Little Canary), Amarelinha (Little Yellow), Verde-Amarela (Green-Yellow)
Brazilian football is known for its creativity, which involves skillful dribbling, quick passes, and flashy moves. Many say this comes from the popularity of Samba music in Brazil. Whatever the reason for it, it's amazing to watch
When it first opened in 1950, the Estádio do Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro was one of the largest football stadiums in the whole world. At the final of the 1950 Cup, a record 173,850 people watched the match