Background
& Review of World Cup 98
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Chile so far has been known for their soccer all over the world. From Bicycle Kicks (la chilena) to Salas, Chile is a contender for the the World Cup 2002.
In France 98, Chile was considered the underdogs in the league. As it turns out, Chile was underestimated and proved it on the first game versus Italy. In my mind, I think that was one of the best games I've seen Chile play. Unfortunately, Chile did not when the World Cup that year, but there is always a next time. Perhaps this time could be Japan & S. Korea 2002. To be continued...
Statistics
and Standing for Group B
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France
98 Standings Group B
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Rank
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Country
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Ita
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Chi
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Aus
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Cam
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W
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T
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L
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GF
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GA
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Pts
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Dif.
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1
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Italy
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2-2
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2-1
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3-0
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2
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1
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0
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7
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3
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7
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4
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2
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Chile
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2-2
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1-1
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1-1
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0
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3
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0
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4
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4
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3
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0
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3
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Austria
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1-2
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1-1
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1-1
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0
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2
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1
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3
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4
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2
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-1
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4
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Cameroon
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0-3
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1-1
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1-1
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0
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2
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0
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2
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5
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2
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-3
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any comments? email me at ychile_boy@hotmail.com