World Cup 1934 Italy Facts and Statistics

wc_1934 In the first World Cup to be played on European soil the Italians rewarded their hordes of loyal fans with a final victory over Czechoslovakia. Reigning champions Uruguay refused to participate in 1934, making them the only team to not attempt to defend their crown.

Winner: Italy
Runners-Up: Czechoslovakia
Third: Germany
Fourth: Austria
Golden Shoe: Oldrich Nejedly (Czechoslovakia) with 5 goals