Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Only host country to be eliminated in first round of FIFA World Cup

  1. Chile

  2. Sweden

  3. South Africa

  4. Mexico
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Explanation

South Africa became the first host nation in World Cup history to be eliminated in the first round when they finished third in Group A in 2010, behind Uruguay and Mexico. Despite a strong start against Mexico, they lost to Uruguay and drew with France in their final match. This was a historic disappointment as host nations had traditionally performed well, with 6 of 7 previous hosts winning their groups. Chile (1962) and Sweden (1958) actually reached the finals as hosts, while Mexico (1970, 1986) reached quarterfinals.

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