France Could Have Not Managed to Be the New World Champions If These Things Would Have Not Favored Them.

France is the new world Champions now! The way they trembled down Croatia and sealed the trophy in the final of the World Cup 2018 was magnificent. The whole world witnessed the brilliance and the game spirit the French players displayed throughout the tournament and not only clinched the title but also won millions of hearts. However, the story could have been different from something that has now become a history. Here are the facts:

• Do you know France has only 7 percent African natives, but in their national football team, 14 out of 23 players are Africans? That means 78% Africans.
• They won 6 out of their total 7 matches in the tournament.
• They did not let any match go in the extra time.
• 2 goals out of 4 In the final were hit by African players.
• France’s arch-schemer Didier Deschamps who made many bold calls in his strategy and team selections and most of them have paid off.

Other Facts:

• France has won the World Cup after 20 years.
• Last time they won in 1998 by beating  Brazil, the defending champions. 
• As a prize money, France has got a whopping $2.56 billion that means ₹ 256 crores.