Has Argentina Won the World Cup?
Quick answer: Yes. Argentina has won the World Cup 3 times (1978, 1986, 2022).
Argentina have won three World Cups, driven by generational talents from Maradona to Messi — the latter completing his legacy in Qatar 2022. Full squad history and stats: Argentina team page.
Argentina World Cup Record
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| World Cup titles | 3 |
| Appearances | 18 |
| Best finish | Winners (3×) |
| Title years | 1978, 1986, 2022 |
See every champion: World Cup champions by country.
Argentina's World Cup Title Campaigns
1978
Kempes starred as hosts beat the Netherlands 3–1 in Buenos Aires — first title amid political context. — World Cup 1978.
1986
Maradona's 'Hand of God' and 'Goal of the Century' vs England; beat West Germany 3–2 in Mexico. — World Cup 1986.
2022
Messi finally won the World Cup; dramatic penalty shootout win over France after a 3–3 final. — World Cup 2022.
Iconic World Cup Moments for Argentina
- Five World Cup final appearances — lost 1930, 1990, 2014 before Messi's triumph.
- 2014 final: Gonzalo Higuaín and Messi missed chances; Germany's Götze scored in extra time.
- Always among the most searched nations for 'has X won the World Cup'.
How Argentina Compare to World Cup Champions
Argentina's 3 titles rank third all-time behind Brazil (5) and Germany/Italy (4).
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Argentina ever won the World Cup?
Yes — 3 titles (1978, 1986, 2022).
Has Argentina won the World Cup?
Yes. Titles in 1978, 1986, 2022.
How many times has Argentina won the World Cup?
3 — see title years above.
How many World Cups has Argentina played?
18 appearances.
What is Argentina's best World Cup finish?
Winners (3×).
Did Argentina win the 2022 World Cup?
Yes — most recently in 2022.