The richest countries in the 2018 World Cup
Japan, Germany and France are the three richest economies participating in this year's World Cup, according to IMF data.
10. Spain
GDP: 1,300 billion USD
Spain have appeared in 14 of the 20 World Cups and were champions at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
9. Australia
GDP: 1,370 USD
This is Australia's fifth appearance at the tournament. Its economy is heavily dependent on telecommunications, banking and manufacturing.
8. Russia
GDP: 1,500 USD
Russia is the host country of this World Cup, with 11 cities participating in organizing matches.
7. Iran
GDP: 1,600 billion USD
Iran national team has been ranked highest in Asia since 2014. They have participated in the World Cup 5 times.
6. England
GDP: 2,020 billion USD
England were World Cup champions in 1966. The country is expected to make the top eight this year.
5. South Korea
GDP: 2,030 billion USD
Famous for technology brands such as LG and Samsung, South Korea is also one of the world's largest economies. They are a football powerhouse in Asia and this year is the 10th time South Korea has participated in the World Cup.
4. Brazil
GDP: 2,050 billion USD
Brazil is South America's largest economy, heavily dependent on agriculture, manufacturing and services. They have won the World Cup five times.
3. France
GDP: 2,500 billion USD
Financial services, banking and insurance contribute significantly to the French economy. The country is also a world football powerhouse, having won the World Cup once in 1998.
2. Germany
GDP: 3.6 trillion USD
Germany is considered to have an innovative economy, with exports of cars, machinery and pharmaceuticals contributing significantly to GDP. Germany also has an impressive football record, having won the World Cup four times.
1. Japan
GDP: 4.8 trillion USD
Japan is currently the world's third largest economy, after the US and China. This country is famous for brands such as Toyota, Sony and Nintendo. Since 1998, their national team has always been present at the World Cup finals.
