2006 FIFA World Cup Group G
Play in Group G of the 2006 FIFA World Cup completed on June 23, 2006. Switzerland won the group, and advanced to the second round, along with France. South Korea and Togo failed to advance. Switzerland were the only team to not let in any goals during the Group stage of the tournament and would become the first team to be knocked out of a World Cup without conceding, losing on penalties after a 0-0 draw with Ukraine in Round 2.
Detailed results of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Group G. (Key)
| Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| France | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 5 |
| South Korea | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | −1 | 4 |
| Togo | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | −5 | 0 |
All times local (CEST/UTC+2)
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