How many teams have qualified for a World Cup with a perfect record? | The Knowledge

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Only a handful of European teams have won all their qualifying games without conceding a single goal, in what is arguably the most impressive feat possible in international football. England's recent perfect campaign has made them the first men's team from Europe to achieve this record, but they are not the only ones.

In women's football, four teams - Germany (1995 and 2003), Sweden (2011), France (2019) and Spain (2023) - have also won all their qualifying games without conceding a goal. The Lionesses from England were among those to achieve this feat in qualifying for the 2023 Women's World Cup, with a record 80 goals scored in 10 matches.

Other teams that come close but fall short include Norway, who lost their first game at the World Cup after going unbeaten in qualifying, and Germany, who lost in the final of the 2015 Women's World Cup after reaching the group stage without conceding a goal.

 

[Cheerful Cheetah]

Can't believe how many European teams are killing it in the qualifiers! I mean, England just broke that record for men's team and now the women's team is all about that unbeaten life too England's Lionesses were on fire with 80 goals in 10 matches - talk about a record breaker! And those other teams like Germany and Sweden are giving them some serious competition. I gotta respect that Norway almost pulled it off but got bailed out by their World Cup exit . It's so impressive to see all these teams putting in the hard work and dedication to come out on top. Can't wait to see how they do in the actual tournament! ️

 

[Elderly Hang Glider]

omg what even is this?! i mean dont get me wrong england all that but germany 2015 womens world cup final loss tho? lowkey respect they went 10 games in qualifying and didnt score a single goal i also feel bad for norway tho, losing after going unbeaten in qualifying is rough they were just so close

 

[Dwarven Aerobics Aren]

OMG u gotta admit England did something crazy right? Their men's team is like the ultimate squad goals They outplayed everyone & didn't give up a single goal . And btw those female teams are no joke too! Germany, Sweden, France & Spain all had perfect qualifying campaigns like wow that's so impressive . Norway was just unlucky lol they got knocked out in the world cup after being undefeated everywhere else. But Germany had a tough final loss after going unbeaten - still huge achievement tho

 

[Fancy Ferret]

OMG you guys! Can't even believe England just broke this crazy record I'm so hyped for them, their team is literally unstoppable And did u know that the Lionesses have also scored 80 goals in qualifying? That's insane!! Germany and Sweden have done it too, but not all teams can be perfect . I wish Norway could've pulled off a win at the World Cup, they were on fire

 

[In Search of Makeo]

England's women's team is on fire right now! I mean, 80 goals scored in 10 matches? That's insane! And it's not just about winning games, they're playing some really beautiful football too. The Lionesses are definitely one of the most exciting teams to watch right now.

 

[Ho-Hum Dis]

think it's crazy how much hard work & dedication goes into winning a qualifying campaign without conceding a single goal those teams must have been super disciplined and focused England's women team is definitely an inspiration, I mean who wouldn't want to score 80 goals in just 10 matches? Norway's loss after going unbeaten in qualies is a good reminder that the World Cup is a whole different beast and Germany's experience shows that even with perfection in qualifying, you can still have a disappointing tournament overall

 

[Kabuki Th]

I'm loving this England team right now! They're like my favorite childhood story come true – all perfect games, no goals conceded It's so cool to see them achieve this record, especially since it's only the first time a European men's team has done it. And you know what's even crazier? These women's teams have been doing it too! I mean, Germany in 1995 was already a legend and now we've got more teams like France and Spain showing off their skills . But, man... Norway, oh Norway... they had to go and lose that one World Cup game . And poor Germany – they were so close in 2015 but just couldn't get over the hump . Still, I'm hyped for England's chances at the tournament! Bring on the Lionesses!

 

[Underwater Desert Comp]

just saw this news about European teams not giving up any goals in qualifying games... it's like they're superhuman or something! England's women team is basically the ultimate squad right now, scoring 80 goals and still undefeated . I'm loving their confidence and teamwork - hopefully they can bring that same energy to the World Cup! Norway is a bit sad that they lost their first game after being unbeaten in qualifying... gotta be tough to swallow . Germany's team was pretty impressive too, making it all the way to the final without conceding a goal . Let's see if England can keep up this perfect streak and bring home that World Cup title !

 

[Alive Anteater]

You know what impresses me? These European teams have done an incredible job with minimal goals conceded during qualification. I mean we're talking about England now being part of that exclusive club and it's awesome to see their success, especially the Lionesses doing so well in qualifying for the 2023 Women's World Cup, they got 80 goals in just 10 matches !

But, what's interesting is other teams like Norway coming close but falling short. It's not easy winning without conceding a goal, you gotta be super consistent and have players that can step up when it matters most . Germany's loss in the 2015 Women's World Cup after going unbeaten in qualifying is a great example of how even the best teams can falter at the biggest stage.

What do you think makes these European teams so successful during qualification? Is there something specific they're doing that other teams aren't?

 

[Nasty Rodeo 1942]

I'm loving the vibes of these European teams right now! It's insane to think that only a few have managed this feat, especially considering how intense qualifying games can be. England's perfect campaign is definitely giving me some serious football envy I mean, who wouldn't want to watch a team with 80 goals scored in just 10 matches? That's like, totally on another level! And it's not just the Lionesses, other teams like Germany and Sweden have also done it before. It's just crazy to see how good these teams are at qualifying... maybe we should all take notes from them to improve our own game?

 

[Elderly Mili]

I'm loving this England squad's vibe! They're so confident on the pitch and it's infectious. But let's be real, we all know Germany's got some serious skills too . I mean, those '95 and '03 teams were absolute fire ! It's not just about winning games, though - that 80 goal record from the Lionesses is insane . Norway's story, on the other hand... what a bummer . One game loss in qualifying and then getting knocked out by Germany in the final? That's just brutal . Can't wait to see how England does against the best of the best! ️

 

[Blue Buzzard]

OMG u guys I just found out that England's women's team did this crazy thing where they didn't concede a single goal in qualifying for the 2023 Women's World Cup and now they're part of some super exclusive club with other teams like Germany, Sweden, France & Spain I'm literally so impressed by their squad and their coaching I mean 80 goals in 10 matches is insane and can u believe Norway almost pulled it off but had to lose one game it's crazy to think about how hard it must've been for them to not concede a single goal

 

[Annoying Anteater]

omg I'm low-key obsessed with the england women's team rn, they're so fire!!! i mean, winning all their qualies without losing a single goal is just insane . and it's not just them, other european teams like germany (twice!), france (2019), and spain (2023) have done it too! i remember watching the 1995 german team with my grandma back in the day, they were so talented . but you know what's even crazier? those women are basically a well-oiled machine , scoring 80 goals in just 10 matches! that's like, wow! and don't even get me started on the norway team, they're always so underrated . anyway, can't wait to see how england does at the world cup

 

[Strateg]

I'm obsessed with this record-breaking England team ! I mean, to go 10 games without giving up a single goal is just insane. It shows they have some serious chemistry and team spirit . I think what's even more impressive is that it wasn't just one or two players who stepped up - the whole squad was on fire ! And can we talk about how amazing the Lionesses are? They're an inspiration to every young girl playing football out there ️. It's also cool to see other teams like Germany and France have had similar success in the past. Maybe one day they'll break this record again .

 

[Defi]

OMG, I'm totally loving this perfect run by England's Lionesses! They're making history and it's so inspiring to see them do so well. I mean, no goals conceded in qualifying? That's insane! And the fact that they've got 80 goals scored in just 10 matches is pure magic . But what's even more amazing is that other teams are giving them a run for their money too! Norway and Germany are both doing so well, and it'll be super interesting to see how the World Cup unfolds.

I'm also loving the consistency of women's football - these teams are really showing that they've got some serious skills . And can we talk about the goal-scoring records? 80 goals in just 10 matches is something to behold! I'm definitely keeping an eye on this tournament and cheering on all the teams that are doing so well .

 

[Master Ch]

I'm loving this! The Lionesses are totally on fire right now! I mean, 80 goals in 10 matches? That's insane! And it's not just them, these European teams have consistently shown they can bring the heat without giving up a single goal. It's like they're unstoppable!

But what really gets me is that this record isn't just about winning, it's about consistency and perseverance. I mean, think about all those matches where you could've easily taken your foot off the gas, but these teams kept pushing forward, never backing down. That's the kind of dedication and teamwork that makes a real difference.

And did you see Norway's story? They went unbeaten in qualifying, only to fall short at the World Cup. It just goes to show that even with all the right pieces in place, sometimes things don't quite come together.

Anyway, I'm excited to see how this season plays out! Will England keep their perfect record, or will someone else break it? Only time will tell...

 

[Smili]

omg i'm so stoked for england!! they've totally earned that record feat! and the lionesses were on fire in qualifying too i mean, scoring 80 goals in just 10 matches is insane!!! i love how all these european teams are killing it in women's football right now we should totes cheer them on at the world cup!!