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2018 in France
Explore 32 historical events and records for France in 2018.
Historical records for France in 2018
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April
May
Eurpopa League Winner
Scored twice to establish Atletico's commanding lead.
FA Cup Winner
Tiemoue Bakayoko added physical strength to Chelsea's central midfield throughout the final as Chelsea defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the 2018 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Olivier Giroud led Chelsea's forward line against his former Arsenal rivals' city opponents as Chelsea defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the 2018 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
N Golo Kante covered ground in midfield and helped disrupt United's attempts to equalise as Chelsea defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the 2018 FA Cup final at Wembley.
Benzema Champions League Final Opening Goal
Intercepts Loris Karius's throw and scores Real Madrid's first goal.
Third Consecutive Champions League Title
Guides Real Madrid to a third successive Champions League triumph.
July
World Cup Semi-Final Goal Against Belgium
Heads the only goal as France defeat Belgium in the World Cup semi-final.
2018 FIFA World Cup Final - Hugo Lloris
Hugo Lloris captained France to victory despite a late mistake that allowed Mario Mandžukić to score Croatia’s second goal.
2018 FIFA World Cup Final - N’Golo Kanté
N’Golo Kanté helped France contest possession in midfield during the 4–2 win against Croatia before being substituted.
2018 FIFA World Cup Final - Raphaël Varane
Raphaël Varane organised France’s central defence against Croatia’s attacking movement as the team secured its second title.
2018 FIFA World Cup Final - Samuel Umtiti
Samuel Umtiti partnered Raphaël Varane in central defence as France withstood Croatia’s energetic pressing to win the final.
2018 Final Goal
Scores France's third goal in the World Cup final against Croatia.
France World Cup Title Manager
Becomes the third man to win the World Cup as both player and manager.
World Cup Final Penalty
Scores from the penalty spot as France defeat Croatia 4-2 in the final.
World Cup Winner
Didier Deschamps manages France to the 2018 championship, adding a coaching triumph to the title he won as team captain in 1998.
World Cup Winner
Olivier Giroud leads the line for France in the 2018 final despite not scoring during the tournament. His hold-up play and unselfish movement create opportunities for teammates.
World Cup Winner
Antoine Griezmann scores from the penalty spot against Croatia and contributes to France's rapid counterattacking threat in the 2018 final.
World Cup Winner
Lucas Hernandez combines strong defending with energetic runs down France’s left side in the 2018 final. His persistence helps stretch Croatia as the match opens up.
World Cup Winner
N’Golo Kanté starts the 2018 final in France’s defensive midfield and works to intercept Croatian attacks. He is substituted in the second half as France maintains its lead.
World Cup Winner
Hugo Lloris leads France as captain in its 4-2 final victory over Croatia, securing a second world title for the national team.
World Cup Winner
Blaise Matuidi provides defensive balance from a left-sided midfield position during France’s 2018 title run. His tactical work allows Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappé greater attacking freedom.
World Cup Winner
Kylian Mbappé scores France's fourth goal against Croatia and becomes one of the youngest players ever to score in a men's World Cup final.
World Cup Winner
Benjamin Pavard plays at right-back for France in the 2018 final after scoring a spectacular volley against Argentina earlier in the knockout rounds. He helps the side secure its second title.
World Cup Winner
Paul Pogba finds the net from outside the penalty area as France extends its lead against Croatia in Moscow.
World Cup Winner
Samuel Umtiti partners Raphaël Varane in central defence as France defeats Croatia in 2018. His headed semi-final winner against Belgium had earned the team its place in Moscow.
World Cup Winner
Raphaël Varane provides speed and anticipation at the heart of France’s defence in the 2018 final. His composed play helps the side withstand Croatian pressure and win 4-2.
Other events (month unknown)
Mbappé Helps Seal Emery's Ligue 1 Title
Mbappé's pace and goals strengthen Paris Saint-Germain during the 2017–18 Ligue 1 campaign, which brings Emery the French championship.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for a method of generating high-intensity, ultrashort optical pulses.
Planck
Puget contributes to Planck high frequency instrument results in the final cosmological data release
Transfer to Atletico Madrid
Thomas Lemar moves to Atletico Madrid after playing for Monaco. Atletico added the France winger after his part in Monaco's domestic title-winning side.
Wenger Concludes Twenty Two Arsenal Seasons
Arsène Wenger stepped down after nearly 22 years in charge of Arsenal, leaving a major legacy in English football.
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