The France national team won the 1998 World Cup thanks to a goal by Laurent Blanc against Paraguay. Today, Lionel Charbonnier, 1998 World Cup champion, recalls that match.

What happened?

The match between France and Paraguay took place on June 28, 1998, at Bollaert. France won 1-0 thanks to a goal by Laurent Blanc.

Why does it matter for France?

This match was a turning point for the France team, which then won the World Cup. Lionel Charbonnier, who was on the bench during that match, remembers the electric atmosphere.

What comes next?

France is preparing for the 2026 World Cup. Here are the team's latest results: | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-22 | Iraq | 3-0 | France is currently on a three-game winning streak. The next match will take place on 2026-09-25 against Turkey.