On 12 July 1998, the Stade de France in Saint-Denis witnessed an electrifying moment in football history as Zinedine Zidane led the French national team to their first-ever World Cup victory, defeating Brazil 3-0 in the final.
Zidane, with his brilliant headers, scored two crucial goals in the first half, setting the tone for a dominant French performance.
Emmanuel Petit sealed the victory with a third goal in the dying moments of the match, as the jubilant French crowd celebrated their team's triumph over the reigning champions.
This landmark victory not only showcased Zidane's extraordinary talent but also marked France's emergence as a footballing powerhouse on the global stage.
