Champions: France

Perhaps the most notable thing in all the world cups was the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee. It would be an understatement to say that it proved its worth, changing critical decisions that would have otherwise gone the wrong way. Nevertheless, it still became the source of a number of controversies especially since it was responsible for awarding the greatest number of penalties ever.

Another noteworthy incident is the first own-goal recorded in a final of a world cup. It has actually been a surprise that it took 20 finals for something of this sort to happen.

A few words must be said about England. After 1966, it was the first time they presented a competitive team that made it to the 4^th place. It is well-known that the British are naïve and playing for the sport and not for the result. Gareth Southgate changed this mindset and the three lions are now a team that everyone should fear.