World Cup 1954 : France and Mexico both exit FIFA World Cup
GENEVA, Jun. 19, 1954 (AMP) — Switzerland 54 : France defeated Mexico by a score of 3-2 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Saturday afternoon at the Charmilles Stadium in Geneva.
France dominated the first half thanks to a goal scored by forward Jean Vincent in the 19th minute. Leading 1-0 at the break, the Frenchs further widened their lead in the second period by scoring twice (Cárdenas '49/own and Kopa '88/penalty).
Both teams are eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group 1
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Overview
France at the World Cup
- 4 appearances (first in 1930)
- 5 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Mexico at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1930)
- 4 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
France
3:2
Mexico
3:2 (1:0)
- 19 June 1954
- 17:10
- Geneva
Group 1
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Brazil | 3 |
 Yugoslavia | 3 |
| France | 2 |
| Mexico | 0 |
Matches
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