Sports Origins
First FIFA World Cup
July 13, 1930UruguayJules Rimet, José Nasazzi
The Experience
Thirteen teams crossed continents to compete.
Impact
The world's most watched sporting tournament was established.
Strategy & Logistics
Built on prior experiments, accumulated knowledge, and sustained preparation.
Cost & Sacrifice
Measured in time, resources, risk, and the consequences carried by those involved.
Milestone
1930
Place
Uruguay
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