Multiple choice general knowledge sports Which was the first World Cup to be Televised? 1962 World Cup, Chile 1950 World Cup, Brazil 1954 World Cup, Switzerland 1958 World Cup, Sweden Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation The 1954 World Cup in Switzerland was the first World Cup to be televised. Broadcast technology was limited, with coverage primarily available in Europe. The 1958 tournament saw more extensive television coverage, but 1954 was pioneering.