Tunisia’s heroes pull off historic win over holders France but suffer World Cup heartbreak. Tunisian fans celebrate this historic win over world champions despite World Cup exit.
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Tunisia defeated France 1-0 at Education City Stadium in Doha, Qatar, however it was not enough to advance to the World Cup’s round of 16 in Qatar.
Wahbi Khazri, a French-born player for the Carthage Eagles, scored the game’s lone goal at the 58-minute mark. In addition, it was the first goal scored by the North Africans in the tournament.
After winning their previous two matches against Australia and Denmark, France’s qualification was already guaranteed. Australia advanced to the second round of the tournament after defeating tournament favorite Denmark 1-0 in the group’s other match.
Nevertheless, despite the setback, Tunisian fans gathered outside the stadium to celebrate the bittersweet loss and historic success.
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![A second-half goal by the Tunisian captain helped the North African country beat France. [Sorin Furcoi/Al Jazeera]](https://carthagemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Tunisians-Celebrate-Historic-Win-Over-France-Despite-World-Cup-Exit-1024x683.png)
![Supporters cheered for their team ahead of the game although Tunisia's victory over France didn't ensure them a place in the last 16 of the World Cup. [Sorin Furcoi/Al Jazeera]](https://carthagemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Supporters-cheered-for-their-team-ahead-of-the-game-although-Tunisias-victory-over-France-didnt-ensure-them-a-place-in-the-last-16-of-the-World-Cup.-1-1024x683.png)
![When prayers aren't enough: Tunisia upset France, but it wasn't enough to make it to the last 16 of the football tournament. [Sorin Furcoi/Al Jazeera]](https://carthagemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Tunisia-fans-France-Qatar-World-Cup-2022-1024x683.png)
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