Denmark vs France: World Cup head-to-head record
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Denmark and France have met four times in World Cup history, with France holding a narrow 2-1-1 advantage over the Danes. Their encounters span from 1998 to 2022, featuring dramatic group stage battles and knockout drama that showcase the competitive balance between these European rivals.
The head-to-head record shows France with 2 victories, Denmark with 1 win, and 1 draw, with goals evenly distributed across their meetings. Each match has carried significant tournament implications, from group qualification to knockout progression.
Complete World Cup Meeting History
The Denmark-France rivalry at World Cups began at France 1998 and has continued through four tournaments. France secured their first victory on home soil in 1998 with a 2-1 win, but Denmark responded emphatically four years later in Korea/Japan 2002, delivering a stunning 2-0 victory that knocked the defending champions out in the group stage. The 2018 encounter in Russia ended in a tactical 0-0 stalemate, before France claimed their most recent victory 2-1 in Qatar 2022.
Fans tracking future encounters between these teams can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026. The competitive nature of this matchup suggests any future World Cup meetings will be closely contested affairs between two nations with rich football traditions and strong tactical approaches.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Denmark and France met at World Cups?
Denmark and France have met 4 times at World Cups, with their encounters taking place in 1998, 2002, 2018, and 2022.
What is France's record against Denmark at World Cups?
France has won 2 matches, lost 1, and drawn 1 against Denmark in World Cup competition, giving them a slight edge in the head-to-head record.
When did Denmark beat France at a World Cup?
Denmark defeated France 2-0 in the 2002 World Cup group stage, a result that helped eliminate the defending champions from the tournament.