The 1998 World Cup – Golden Generation
Quick Facts
- Manager
- Guus Hiddink
- Tournament result
- Eliminated in semi-finals (lost to Brazil on penalties after 1-1 draw; lost third-place match to Croatia)
- Group stage
- 1st in Group E — beat Belgium and South Korea, drew with Mexico
- Signature players
- Bergkamp
- Kluivert
- Seedorf
- Davids
- De Boer brothers
- Stam
- Overmars
- Common nickname
- The Golden Generation
- Host nation
- France
Lore & Background
It only discusses golden generations for Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, and England in football.
More in Team History & Eras
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Elsewhere in Netherlands National Team
Oranje Fans International · Stadiums & Fan Culture1998 FIFA World Cup Runner-up · Honours & RecordsClarence Seedorf · Legendary Players & IconsJohn Bosman · Legendary Players & Icons2010 World Cup Semi-Final – Netherlands 2–3 Germany (Johannesburg) · Iconic Matches & ClassicsItaly · Great Rivalries & Derbies
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