Yugoslavia Wins 1–0 in Group Stage Match

The initial period of the match saw a tense and defensive struggle. France initially attempted to exert pressure, but Yugoslavian defenders were largely successful in limiting their attacks. The game progressed slowly, with neither team demonstrating a clear pattern of attack or defense. The match continued to be a battle of attrition, marked by a lack of significant scoring opportunities for either side. The first goal of the contest came from Miloš Milutinović in the fifteenth minute, a moment of brilliance that ignited the crowd. The stadium remained largely empty, a reflection of the subdued atmosphere. The match was a result of a focused defensive strategy, with Yugoslavia 's players consistently disrupting France's attempts to break through. The stage of the competition was the group stage, a preliminary phase of the tournament, and the teams were competing to advance through the rounds.", 2, 3,