At 21, Michel Platini was already a phenomenon | France vs. Ireland 1976

On November 17, 1976, France defeated the Republic of Ireland 2–0 at the Parc des Princes in Paris during a 1978 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. Michel Platini, then just 21 years old, was the standout player of the match. He scored France's opening goal in the 47th minute, and Dominique Bathenay sealed the victory in the 88th minute. ------------------------------- France 2 – 0 Republic of Ireland Date: November 17, 1976 Competition: 1978 FIFA World Cup Qualification (UEFA Group 5) Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris, France Attendance: 43,417 France: Dominique Baratelli, Gérard Janvion, Marius Trésor, Christian Lopez, Maxime Bossis; Dominique Bathenay, Raymond Kéruzoré, Michel Platini; Dominique Rocheteau, Bernard Lacombe, Didier Six. Manager: Michel Hidalgo Republic of Ireland: Mick Kearns, Paddy Mulligan, David O'Leary, Jimmy Holmes; Mick Martin, Johnny Giles, Gerry Daly, Liam Brady, Steve Heighway; Frank Stapleton (Ray Treacy), Don Givens.Manager: Johnny Giles Goalscorers: Michel Platini (47'), Dominique Bathenay (88') ⚽ Subscribe to the channel! 🔥 Like and comment to help our channel grow!