Football World Cup 2002 (match reports)

The 2002 Football World Cup was held from May 31 through June 30 at various venues throughout South Korea and Japan. It was won by Brazil, who beat Germany with 2-0. Turkey finished third, beating co-hosts South Korea 3-2 in the third place match. See Football World Cup 2002 for all results and statistics.

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2002 - May 31 - June 30 - South Korea - Japan - Brazil - Germany - Turkey - South Korea - Football World Cup 2002

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The 2002 World Cup offered many surprises and premieres. High favourites like France, Portugal, and Argentina already stranded in the group stages, whereas small soccer nations like Turkey, South Korea, and Senegal excelled. Turkey (who does represent UEFA, as opposed to AFC) and South Korea were the first Asian nations to play in a World Cup semifinal.

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France - Portugal - Argentina - Senegal - UEFA - AFC - Asia

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