1998day.year
France win their first World Cup title, defeating defending champions Brazil 3–0.
France defeated Brazil 3–0 to secure their first FIFA World Cup title in 1998.
On July 12, 1998, at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, the French national team claimed their first FIFA World Cup title.
They defeated defending champions Brazil with a commanding 3–0 score line.
Zinedine Zidane scored two goals with powerful headers from corner kicks early in the match.
Emmanuel Petit added a late third goal, cementing France's dominant performance.
The victory became a symbol of national pride and unity in a country marked by cultural diversity.
Celebrations swept across France, culminating in a victory parade through Paris.
The 1998 triumph continues to inspire future generations of players and fans.
France
World Cup
Brazil
3–0