Laurent Blanc
France 1998
Blanc: I didn't have the right to feel sorry for myself
Defensive stalwart Laurent Blanc looks back on France 1998, telling FIFA.com about missing the final through suspension and that goal against Paraguay.
Statistics
| Opponent | GF | GA | R | Y | MNP |
| Croatia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 76 |
| Italy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 120 |
| Paraguay | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 120 |
| Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 90 |
| South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Edition | Position | MP | GS | R | Y | MNP |
| 1998 | Winner | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 496 |
Matches
The Winners
Aime Jacquet
Staying true to his beliefs, he masterminded France's FIFA World Cup™ ...
Didier Deschamps
A tenacious midfielder, tireless worker and captain who led by example.
Emmanuel Petit
This mentally-tough midfield enforcer fired two goals in 1998, including one ...
Laurent Blanc
A gifted defender known for his calm, effective decision-making and headed ...
Youri Djorkaeff
Hard to pin down, he was a free spirit who spread panic through even the best ...
Zinedine Zidane
Brimming with talent in its most sparkling form, he scored in two FIFA World ...
World Champions
Germany 2006
The team captained by Cannavaro sealed Italy their fourth FIFA World Cup™ triumph.
Korea/Japan 2002
With a team loyal to its romantic past, the Seleção claimed their fifth world crown.
France 1998
The victorious French paraded down the Champs-Elysees after outclassing Brazil.
USA 1994
The Selecao ended a 24-year barren spell with victory in the States.
Italy 1990
In Italy, the resilient Germans claimed a third FIFA World Cup.
Mexico 1986
Under a fierce Mexican sun, Maradona's men clinched Argentina's second crown.
Spain 1982
Despite a slow start, Bearzot and his men secured Italy's third world crown.
Argentina 1978
After a 56-year wait, the Albiceleste celebrated in front of their raucous fans.
Germany 1974
Hosts Germany became the first winners of the new FIFA World Cup Trophy.
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