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Which African nation, making their World Cup debut, beat defending champions France 1-0 in the opening match of the 2002 World Cup?
CORRECT ANSWER
Senegal
Senegal, playing in their first ever World Cup, beat defending champions France 1-0 in the opening match of the 2002 tournament, courtesy of a goal from Papa Bouba Diop.
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✓Senegal
BNigeria
CCameroon
DSouth Africa
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