1998 FIFA World Cup Group D
Nigeria won their first two games while Paraguay drew their first two games 0-0, which meant that Nigeria were certain of qualifying in first place with a game to spare. In their final game, Spain got their only victory after scoring six against Bulgaria, but were still eliminated in third place after Paraguay beat Nigeria.
Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nigeria | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 5 |
Spain | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4 | +4 | 4 |
Bulgaria | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 | −6 | 1 |
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