Czech republic beats France in shoot out to reach Euro final
MANCHESTER, Jun. 26, 1996 (AMP) — England 96 : Czech republic reached the UEFA Euro final for the very first time in their history after defeating France 6-5 on penalties (after a 0-0 draw) on Wednesday.
Fixtures and Results : Second Round
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Overview
Czech republic at the Euro
- First appearance
- 1 participation in the qualifications
France at the Euro
- 1 title (1984)
- 4 appearances (first in 1960)
- 10 participations in the qualifications (first in 1960)
- Statistics: Champions (1984) Fourth Place (1960)
Czech republic
0:0
France
6:5 (penalties), 0:0 (a.e.t.), 0:0 (0:0)
- 26 June 1996
- Manchester
Euro History
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