After 12 years in the wilderness, Denmark returned to the World Cup their first appearance since 1986. Bo Johansson was the man tasked with guiding them back.
Denmark's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short. With 9 goals in 5 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
Denmark experienced an inconsistent group stage, mixing moments of promise with frustrating setbacks. They put on a commanding display against Nigeria in the Round of 16, and were narrowly knocked out by Brazil in the Quarter-finals. The narrowest of defeats against Brazil ended what had been a promising tournament run.
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Scored in every match.
Brian Laudrup led Denmark's attack with 2 goals 1 in the round of 16 and 1 in the quarter-finals at the 1998 World Cup.
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2 red cards across the tournament 4 cards in knockout matches.
The tactical mind behind Denmark's 1998 campaign. Leading Denmark at his first World Cup 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses under Johansson.
Denmark employed an attacking style under Bo Johansson, relying on the pace of players like Brian Laudrup and Thomas Helveg. The team's small squad size also put pressure on their performance.
