1990
Opening Goal Upsets Argentina
François Omam-Biyik heads the only goal as Cameroon shock reigning champions Argentina in the opening match of the 1990 World Cup. The upset becomes one of the tournament's defining results.
Football player and manager history
François Omam-Biyik
Explore 2 football history records associated with François Omam-Biyik, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1994
Returns for Second World Cup
François Omam-Biyik returns to the World Cup with Cameroon in 1994. He remains a central figure after scoring the celebrated winner against Argentina four years earlier.