Multiple choice general knowledge sports Which country won maximum number of Runners-up trophy in the world cup? Germany Italy Portugal Brazil Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Germany has been runners-up in the World Cup 4 times (1966, 1982, 1986, 2002), which is the most of any nation. Italy has been runners-up twice, Brazil twice (including 1950 as hosts). Portugal has never been World Cup runners-up.