World Cup 1962, held in Chile, rarely receives the attention granted to other memorable tournaments. Yet, despite its obscurity, this edition remains unique alongside World Cup 1938 as the only occasions where defending champions successfully retained their title.

Brazil's victory came as no surprise. They arrived as heavy favourites and fulfilled expectations with familiar heroes. Remarkably, five of Brazil's six scorers—Garrincha, Vava, Pele, Zito, and Mario Zagallo—had been pivotal in the 1958 victory. Amarildo, who joined mid-tournament to replace the injured Pele, emerged as the exception, delivering crucial goals.

Brazil meticulously recreated their successful preparation from 1958. Paulo Machado de Carvalho, leading Brazil's delegation, even insisted on using the same pilot and airline branding—despite the airline having gone bankrupt.