West Germany defeated Argentina to win the 1990 FIFA World Cup, becoming only the third nation to achieve three World Cup titles. This victory avenged their loss to Argentina in the 1986 final. With this win, West Germany joined Brazil and Italy as the only countries to have won the tournament three times. The 1990 tournament was held in Italy and saw West Germany emerge as the dominant force. The win marked a significant moment in German football history, solidifying their place among the sport’s elite. This achievement cemented a period of success for German football, following previous wins in 1954 and 1974.