The 1938 FIFA World Cup was the third edition of the World Cup, held in France from 4 June until 19 June 1938. Italy defended its title in the final, beating Hungary 4–2. Italy's 1934 and 1938 teams hold the distinction of the sole World Cup champions under the same coach, Vittorio Pozzo. This would also be the last World Cup until 1950 due to the disruption of World War II.