World Cup warm up: A look back at the history of France vs Croatia
VOV.VN - France will face Croatia in final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup being held in Russia. Let’s review their past encounters in international matches.
France and Croatia have triumphed over many strong rivals to win their right to dream of lifting the trophy after the final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. |
They have met each other several times in the past with a variety of results. Let’s take a look at their history: |
France defeated Croatia 2-1 at the World Cup in France in 1998, with both of their goals coming from legendary defender Lilian Thuram. |
France strolled to a 3-0 win over Croatia in an international friendly match in 1999. |
Croatia lost 0-2 to France in an international friendly match played in Zagreb in 2000. |
France drew 2-2 with Croatia in the 2004 UEFA European Championship. |
Croatia and France played out a goalless draw in an international friendly match in 2011. |
They have met each other for five times in total, with France winning 3 matches and drawing 2 against Croatia. |