Euro 2024 and the 2024 Copa America have now concluded, with Spain and Argentina adding more silverware to their trophy cabinets. Spain defeated England in the final of the former, while Argentina triumphed over Colombia in the latter.
Considering how rare international tournaments are, it’s difficult for nations to catch up with those at the top of the leaderboard in terms of major accolades. Sustained success over a long period of time is also rare, as groups of players come and go in the space of three or four competitions on the international stage.
That said, below is a list of the most successful countries in football based on major trophies won. From the World Cup to the Africa Cup of Nations, there’s a vast array of silverware on offer depending on geographical location. There are some surprises along the way as the team with the most World Cup wins in history, Brazil, miss out on the top spot.
| Most Successful Nations in Football History by Major Trophies Won | ||
|---|---|---|
| Position | Nation | Major trophies |
| 1 | Argentina | 22 |
| 2 | Uruguay | 19 |
| 3 | Brazil | 18 |
| 4 | Mexico | 13 |
| 5 | United States | 10 |
| 6 | Germany | 9 |
| 7 | France | 9 |
| 8 | Italy | 7 |
| 9 | Egypt | 7 |
| 10 | Spain | 7 |
