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World Cup Debut Challenge (Part 3)

Guess when these countries first stepped onto the biggest stage!

World Cup Debut Challenge (Part 3)
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Some countries have been at the World Cup from day one. Others? They just made their debut in recent years.

England? They didn’t play until 1950. They invented the game, then took a 20-year nap. Bolivia? They’ve been in it since 1930—right from the beginning.

Iceland finally made it in 2018. Panama too. But what about the rest? Think you’ve got this figured out? You're probably gonna be surprised.

You’ll guess that some teams have been around forever, while others might seem like they just qualified last week. Either way, you're in for some shockers.

Think you know your soccer history? Let’s see if you can hit the back of the net with these questions!

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Saudi Arabia?

[A] 1994 | Desert kingdom impressed greatly by reaching knockout rounds during their American debut tournament.

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Senegal?

[D] 2002 | Lions of Teranga shocked defending champions France on opening day, reaching quarterfinals sensationally.

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Slovenia?

[A] 2002 | Alpine nation competed independently after Yugoslav breakup, advancing from Asian group stages.

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Republic of Ireland?

[D] 1990 | Irish fans created unforgettable atmosphere in Italy, with team reaching quarterfinals on debut.

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UAE?

[C] 1990 | Emirates qualified through Asian playoffs, competing in Italy as Gulf football representatives.

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Costa Rica?

[A] 1990 | Central American underdogs shocked Scotland and Sweden, advancing from Italy's group stages brilliantly.

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Kuwait?

[A] 1982 | Oil-rich Gulf nation competed uniquely, with their prince infamously intervening during France match.

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South Africa?

[A] 1998 | Rainbow Nation celebrated post-apartheid qualification, competing proudly on French tournament grounds finally.

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Cameroon?

[C] 1982 | Indomitable Lions roared magnificently in Spain, remaining unbeaten throughout their impressive group stage.

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Canada?

[C] 1986 | Maple Leaf nation qualified proudly for Mexico, though losing all matches during debut.

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New Zealand?

[D] 1982 | Kiwis traveled enormous distances to Spain, earning respect despite winless tournament campaign results.

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Greece?

[A] 1994 | Mediterranean nation finally qualified for America, though exiting winless from their group.

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Serbia and Montenegro?

[B] 2006 | Short-lived union competed once before Montenegro's independence ended partnership permanently afterwards.

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Japan?

[B] 1998 | Samurai Blue qualified impressively for France before co-hosting tournament four years afterwards.

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Ukraine?

[C] 2006 | Eastern Europeans impressed Germany's crowds, reaching quarterfinals during their excellent debut campaign.

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China?

[B] 2002 | World's most populous nation finally qualified for Asia's co-hosted tournament opportunity.

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Denmark?

[A] 1986 | Danish Dynamite exploded spectacularly in Mexico, thrilling fans with attacking football before quarterfinal exit.

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Croatia?

[B] 1998 | Newly independent nation stunned France by finishing third, announcing their football prowess worldwide.

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Trinidad and Tobago?

[B] 2006 | Twin island nation qualified through legendary coach Beenhakker, nearly defeating Sweden heroically.

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Iraq?

[B] 1986 | Middle Eastern squad competed bravely in Mexico despite ongoing regional conflicts back home.

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Russia?

[D] 1994 | Post-Soviet squad competed independently for first time after USSR's dissolution years earlier.

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Jamaica?

[B] 1998 | Reggae Boyz danced into France, bringing Caribbean vibes despite tough group stage results.

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Ecuador?

[D] 2002 | Andean nation qualified surprisingly, competing in Asian-hosted tournament across Pacific Ocean.

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Nigeria?

[B] 1994 | Super Eagles soared impressively in America, nearly eliminating eventual finalists Italy memorably.

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Czech Republic?

[C] 2006 | Post-Czechoslovakia squad competed impressively in Germany, featuring talented Nedvěd and Rosický combination.

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