National Team Quiz
France Quiz
Think you know your Les Bleus? From Zinedine Zidane's genius to Kylian Mbappé's electric pace, France have produced some of the most celebrated players in football history — and their story is packed with unforgettable moments. This free France quiz puts your knowledge to the test, covering everything from World Cup glory to the players who have shaped a nation's footballing identity.
Whether you grew up watching the legendary 1998 squad lift the trophy on home soil, or you've followed every twist of the modern era, there's something here to challenge you. Casual supporters and hardcore fans alike will find questions that make them think twice. Give it a go and find out whether you truly know the French national team — or whether you just think you do.
What the France quiz tests
- Legendary players
- World Cup history
- Famous managers
- Iconic tournament moments
- Record breakers and milestones
Did you know? France won the FIFA World Cup on home soil in 1998, defeating Brazil 3–0 in the final at the Stade de France — with Zinedine Zidane scoring twice with headers.
Sample questions
A taste of the France quiz (the full quiz has more, and harder):
- Who captained France to World Cup glory in 1998?
Answer: Didier Deschamps - Against which country did France play their first-ever FIFA World Cup match in 1930?
Answer: Mexico - Which French goalkeeper won the Golden Glove award at the 2018 FIFA World Cup?
Answer: Hugo Lloris
12 real France questions (with answers)
These are pulled straight from our question bank — the same fact-checked questions the quiz itself serves. Every one has passed two separate accuracy reviews before being published. Read them, then see how many you can get without scrolling back.
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1. Zinedine Zidane represented which country as a player?
Answer: France easy
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2. Which player matches these stats? Position: Midfielder | Won the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France | Played for Juventus and Real Madrid | Known for powerful long-range shots
Answer: Paul Pogba medium
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3. Which French midfielder scored the opening goal in the 1998 FIFA World Cup Final as France defeated Brazil 3-0?
Answer: Zinedine Zidane hard
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4. Which country won the 2018 FIFA World Cup held in Russia?
Answer: France easy
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5. Which country did midfielder Patrick Vieira represent at international level throughout his career?
Answer: France medium
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6. At the 1982 FIFA World Cup, West Germany faced France in a dramatic semi-final. What was the score after extra time before the penalty shootout?
Answer: 3-3 hard
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7. Which country did Premier League legend Thierry Henry represent internationally?
Answer: France easy
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8. Which player scored the winning penalty for Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final shootout against France?
Answer: Gonzalo Montiel medium
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9. Carlos Valderrama captained Colombia at three FIFA World Cups. At which club was he playing when he appeared at the 1998 World Cup in France?
Answer: Tampa Bay Mutiny hard
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10. Which country won the FIFA World Cup in 2018?
Answer: France easy
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11. Which goalkeeper represented France at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and kept a clean sheet in the final against Brazil?
Answer: Fabien Barthez medium
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12. Which referee officiated the 2006 FIFA World Cup final between Italy and France?
Answer: Horacio Elizondo hard
The full France quiz mixes these with plenty more, in a random order and against the clock.
Think you know France? Prove it — the quiz is free and takes two minutes.
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