Germany Wins FIFA World Cup in Thrilling 3-2 Match

July 4, 1954

Switzerland

In a thrilling and dramatic final, Germany defeated Hungary 3-2 to claim the FIFA World Cup crown on July 4, 1954, in Switzerland.

The match, which was witnessed by over 60,000 spectators, saw Germany come from behind twice to secure victory. Hungary took an early lead through Ferenc Puskas, but Germany equalized through Max Morlock. Hungary regained the lead through Zoltan Czibor, but Germany once again leveled through Helmut Rahn.

With the match seemingly heading for extra time, Rahn scored the winning goal for Germany in the 84th minute. The victory was Germany's first FIFA World Cup title, and it remains one of the most iconic moments in German football history.