World Cup 1998 : France beats South Africa 3-0
MARSEILLE, Jun. 12, 1998 (AMP) — France 98 : France defeated South Africa by a score of 3-0 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Friday night at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille.
France dominated the first half thanks to a goal scored by forward Christophe Dugarry in the 36th minute. Leading 1-0 at the break, the Frenchs further widened their lead in the second period by scoring twice (Issa '77/own and Henry '90).
The result put the French top of Group C with 3 points. In their next game, France will meet third-placed Saudi Arabia at the Stade Vélodrome on June 18, while South Africa will face Denmark.
Fixtures and Results : Group C
2012
Overview
France at the World Cup
- 10 appearances (first in 1930)
- 16 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
- Statistics: Third Place (1958, 1986) Fourth Place (1982)
South Africa at the World Cup
- First appearance
- 2 participations in the qualifications (first in 1994)
France
3:0
South Africa
3:0 (1:0)
- 12 June 1998
- 21:00
- Marseille
Group C
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
| France | 3 |
 Denmark | 3 |
 Saudi Arabia | 0 |
| South Africa | 0 |
Matches
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