World Cup history
Denmark (Danish Dynamite) has appeared at 6 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Quarter-final 1998. Founded in 1889, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the UEFA pool, coached by Brian Riemer.
- World Cup appearances6
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishQuarter-final 1998
- Head coachBrian Riemer
- Founded1889
- FIFAUEFA
Star players
- Christian Eriksen
- Rasmus Højlund
- Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
- Andreas Christensen
- Joachim Andersen
Path to the trophy
Dark horse — knockout-round threat. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Denmark won the World Cup?
Denmark has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Quarter-final 1998.
Who is the head coach of Denmark?
Brian Riemer leads Denmark into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Denmark played in the World Cup?
Denmark has appeared 6 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Denmark's star players?
Christian Eriksen, Rasmus Højlund, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Andreas Christensen, Joachim Andersen.
What confederation does Denmark represent?
Denmark plays in the UEFA confederation.
When does Denmark play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Denmark's nickname?
Danish Dynamite
Plan your Denmark World Cup 2026 experience
Dark horse — knockout-round threat.
