France beats Scotland to reach World Cup quarterfinals
ÖREBRO, Jun. 15, 1958 (AMP) — Sweden 58 : France defeated Scotland by a score of 2-1 (halftime: 2-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Sunday night at Eyravallen in Örebro.
France dominated the first half thanks to goals from Kopa ('22) and Fontaine ('44). Leading 2-0 at the break, the Frenchs further widened their lead in the second period with a goal by in the th minute.
France advance to the Quarterfinals. Scotland is eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group 2
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Overview
France at the World Cup
- 5 appearances (first in 1930)
- 6 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Scotland at the World Cup
- 2 appearance (1954)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1950)
France
2:1
Scotland
2:1 (2:0)
- 15 June 1958
- 19:00
- Örebro
Group 2
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
| France | 4 |
 Yugoslavia | 4 |
 Paraguay | 3 |
| Scotland | 1 |
Matches
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