World Cup 2002 Japan & South Korea - Review & History
A tournament of shocks culminated in the competition's two great powerhouses, Brazil and Germany, meeting for the first time in World Cup history in the final in Yokohama.
Argentina and holders France were first-round casualties while Italy were dumped out in the second round by co-hosts South Korea. Brazil were impressive from the off as the 'Three Rs' - Ronaldo, Rivaldo and Ronaldinho - proved to be their inspiration. They came from a goal down to beat England in the quarter-finals before beating Turkey in the last four. South Korea also reached the semis before losing to Germany, while World Cup debutants Senegal exceeded all expectation by getting to the last eight.
Oliver Kahn's heroic goalkeeping was a key factor in a largely unconvincing German side reaching the final but he was at fault as Ronaldo put Brazil ahead, and the Real Madrid striker added a second to seal Brazil's fifth world title.
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World Cup 2002 results (Held in Japan & South Korea)
FINAL - International Stadium, Yokohama
Brazil 2-0 Germany
TOP SCORER World Cup 2002
Ronaldo (Brazil) 6
Rivaldo (Brazil) 5
Klose (Germany) 5
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