France 4–1 Northern Ireland in Group Stage

The encounter began at 17:15 UTC, with the Vicente Calderón stadium serving as the venue for the intense battle. Northern Ireland initially attempted to mount a quick attack, but French defense held firm, limiting their opportunities. The first goal came early, with Alain Giresse netting a crucial first-half goal for France in the 33rd minute.", 63' FRA: Gérard Soler → Unknown, 63' FRA: Unknown → Didier Six, 83' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 83' FRA: Unknown → Alain Couriol. 86' NIR: David McCreery → Unknown, 86' NIR: Unknown → John O'Neill.", 86' NIR: Gerry Armstrong → Unknown, 86' NIR: Unknown → John O'Neill. 75' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 75' FRA: Unknown → Alain Giresse. 46' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 46' FRA: Unknown → Alain Giresse. 68' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 68' FRA: Unknown → Alain Couriol. 17:15 UTC, the game began with France establishing a strong defensive posture, aiming to frustrate Northern Ireland's attempts to break through.", 46' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 46' FRA: Unknown → Alain Giresse. 80' FRA: Alain Giresse → Unknown, 80' FRA: Unknown → Alain Couriol. 57' FRA: Jean Tigana → Unknown, 57' FRA: Unknown → YC. 63' FRA: Gérard Soler → Unknown, 63' FRA: Unknown → Didier Six. 86' NIR: Gerry Armstrong → Unknown, 86' NIR: John O'Neill. 86' NIR: David McCreery → Unknown, 86' NIR: John O'Neill. 75' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 75' FRA: Unknown → Alain Giresse. 68' FRA: Dominique Rocheteau → Unknown, 68' FRA: Unknown → Alain Couriol. 80' FRA: Alain Giresse → Unknown, 80' FRA: Unknown → Alain Couriol. 17:15 UTC, the game began at 17:15 UTC, with the Vicente Calderón stadium serving as the venue for the intense battle. France secured a 4-1 victory, showcasing a strong defensive performance and a decisive goal-scoring display.",