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France is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 17 Group I | Senegal | New York MetLife Stadium | Jun 16 (Tue) |
| Match 42 Group I | Norway | Philadelphia Philadelphia Stadium | Jun 22 (Mon) |
| Match 61 Group I | Iraq | Boston Boston Stadium | Jun 26 (Fri) |
Zinedine Zidane scores two iconic headers in the final against Brazil, securing France's first-ever World Cup triumph in front of their home fans.
David Trezeguet scores the golden goal in extra time against Italy, securing the European Championship and cementing the 'Golden Generation' as dominant.
Kylian Mbappé scores a hat-trick in a World Cup final, only the second player ever to do so, in a valiant effort that nearly saved the team against Argentina.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | Participated in the inaugural World Cup, finishing in the group stage. | first appearance |
| 1958 | Finished third, with Just Fontaine scoring a record 13 goals. | notable performance |
| 1998 | Won their first World Cup on home soil, defeating Brazil 3-0. | championship |
| 2000 | Won the UEFA European Championship, forming the 'Golden Generation'. | championship |
| 2018 | Won their second World Cup in Russia, led by Kylian Mbappé. | championship |
| 2022 | Finished as World Cup Runners-up in a legendary final against Argentina. | notable performance |
French fan culture is highly patriotic, with supporters often singing the national anthem (La Marseillaise) with fervor. The culture is very diverse, reflecting the team's multi-ethnic composition. The tricolor flag is a constant fixture.
"La Marseillaise (National Anthem)"
Les Irrésistibles Français (The Irresistible French), Club des Supporters de l'Équipe de France
Energetic and passionate, characterized by the collective singing of the national anthem. There is immense pride in the team's recent successes and its current status as a global powerhouse.
Didier Deschamps is one of only three men to win the World Cup as both a player and a coach.
France hosted the 1938 and 1998 World Cups.
They are the current world record holders for the biggest victory in a European Qualifier, defeating Gibraltar 14-0 in 2023.
France's group-stage host cities are New York, Philadelphia, Boston. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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