Current status of the FIFA World Cup 2024
There was no FIFA World Cup 2024 tournament. The FIFA World Cup is held every four years in an alternating cycle with the UEFA European Championship. The most recent edition was the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where Argentina won their third title. The next scheduled tournament is the 2026 FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. No 2024 World Cup occurred, and official FIFA competitions in 2024 did not include a senior men’s World Cup.
Understanding the FIFA World Cup cycle
The FIFA World Cup has been contested since 1930, with a consistent four-year rhythm since 1966. It has alternated with the UEFA European Championship since 1980, and the men’s tournament has never been held in 2024. Calendar shifts occur only for host changes or special adjustments, none of which applied to 2024. The 2022 Qatar tournament set the latest official result; the next full cycle event is 2026.
2022 FIFA World Cup winner
Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup, defeating France 4–2 on penalties after a 3–3 draw in the final at Lusail Iconic Stadium. It was Argentina’s third World Cup title, following 1978 and 1986. Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player, while Kylian Mbappé of France won the Golden Boot as top scorer with eight goals.
2022 final result
| Position | Team | Score | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | Argentina | 3–3 (4–2 pens) | Final, Lusail Iconic Stadium, 18 Dec 2022 |
| Runner-up | France | 3–3 (2–4 pens) | Final, Lusail Iconic Stadium |
| Third place | Croatia | 2–1 | Match for third place |
| Fourth place | Morocco | 0–2 | Match for third place |
Upcoming tournaments and key dates
The next senior men’s FIFA World Cup is scheduled for 2026 across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, featuring 48 teams. Qualifying is currently underway. The 2024 calendar included continental championships and qualifiers but no World Cup. Fans should note that no 2024 winner exists because the tournament did not occur in that year.
Important FIFA World Cup dates
| Event | Year | Host(s) | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 FIFA World Cup | 2022 | Qatar | Winner: Argentina |
| 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup | 2023 | Australia/New Zealand | Winner: Spain |
| 2026 FIFA World Cup | 2026 | Canada, Mexico, United States | Scheduled |
Common questions about the 2024 World Cup
- Was there a World Cup in 2024? No; the FIFA World Cup occurs every four years, and 2024 was not a tournament year.
- Who won the most recent World Cup? Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
- When is the next World Cup? The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.