The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of the sport, and it has hosted many of the world’s most outstanding footballers. The appearance records at major tournaments are usually aligned with the players and nations who have won the most. Let’s take a look at the players who have played the most games in the biggest tournament in World Cup.

Paolo Maldini | 23 match appearances

Paolo Maldini has the most World Cup appearances but has never won the title, having played in four tournaments for Italy and appearing in 23 games. ‘The Captain’ finished third in his own country at Italia ’90 and was a losing finalist at the 1994 event in the United States.