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France's Dominant World Cup Knockout Record Since 1958 Highlights Only Germany as Barrier

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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago

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France has an outstanding World Cup knockout stage record since 1958, being eliminated only by Germany three times. They have defeated numerous top teams multiple times and lost only on penalties in recent finals, highlighting their consistent strength in the tournament's knockout rounds.

01Since 1958, France has been eliminated in World Cup knockouts only by Germany.
02Germany beat France three times: 1982, 1986 semifinals and 2014 quarterfinals.
03France eliminated Italy and Brazil twice each in knockout stages since 1982.
04France also defeated Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and other top teams once or twice.
05Before color TV, France was knocked out by Austria, Italy, and Brazil.
06France lost two finals on penalties in 2006 and 2022, counted as draws in stats.

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