June 2002
Brazil Wins World Cup - 2002-06-30
Brazil's national football team won the World Cup by defeating Germany 2-0 in the final match held in Yokohama, Japan. Ronaldo scored both goals and…
World Cup: A Look at Some Final Statistics - 2002-06-30
The 2002 World Cup concluded with Brazil defeating Germany 2-0 in the final. Brazilian Ronaldo was the top scorer, and Oliver Kahn won the Lev…
Turkey Secures Third Place in the World Cup - 2002-06-29
Turkey's national football team achieved third place in the 2002 World Cup by defeating South Korea 3-2. This match featured the fastest goal in World…
159 Goals in the 2002 World Cup - 2002-06-29
Turkey defeated South Korea 3-2 in the third place match of the 2002 World Cup. Brazil and Germany are set to compete in the final.…
A Look at the Final Match - 2002-06-29
Brazil and Germany are set to face off in the World Cup final on June 30, 2002, marking their first meeting in World Cup history.…
Tokyo Team of VOA Persian - June 28, 2002
The Persian section team of Voice of America was in Tokyo to cover the 2002 World Cup, led by Ahmad Baharloo. They captured numerous photographs…
Announcement of Candidates for the Adidas Golden Ball - 2002-06-27
FIFA and Adidas have announced 10 nominees for the Golden Ball award for the 2002 World Cup, which will honor the tournament's most valuable player.…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 26, 2002
Ali Sarshar provides insights on the recent events surrounding the World Cup. His analysis is significant for sports enthusiasts and those following international sports events.…
Brazil and Germany in the Dream Final Match - 2002-06-26
Brazil defeated Turkey to advance to the World Cup final, where they will face Germany. This match is significant as it marks the first time…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until the End of Wednesday, June 26 - 2002-06-26
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup saw Brazil defeat Turkey 1-0, advancing to the finals against Germany. Brazil is the highest-scoring team in…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 22 - 2002-06-25
Ali Sarshar, a sports writer, shares his daily insights on the World Cup football matches. This interview reflects the excitement and engagement of Iranian sports…
Some Statistics and Figures from the Matches Until the End of Tuesday, June 25, 2002
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup commenced with Germany defeating South Korea 1-0 to reach the finals. Brazil is the highest-scoring team with…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 25, 2002
Ali Sarshar analyzes the recent football match between South Korea and Germany, highlighting the crucial role of the goalkeeper. He notes the impressive performance of…
Germany in the World Cup Final - 2002-06-25
Germany defeated South Korea 1-0 to reach the final of the 2002 World Cup. Michael Ballack scored the only goal, and Germany will face either…
Dutch Support for South Korea - 2002-06-24
Dutch football fans are rallying behind South Korea in the World Cup semi-finals, particularly because their own team did not qualify. The support is largely…
Statistics and Figures of Matches Until the End of Saturday, June 22 - 2002-06-23
The quarter-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup ended with South Korea and Turkey advancing to the semi-finals. Brazil remains the highest-scoring team, while Ronaldo…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Reflection of the World Cup Football Competitions in Afghanistan - 2002-06-23
Nazi Baghlari reports on the enthusiasm of Afghan youth for the World Cup football competitions in Afghanistan. The article highlights the role of sports in…
Turkey in the Semi-Finals of the World Cup - 2002-06-23
Turkey's national football team defeated Senegal 1-0 to reach the semi-finals of the 2002 World Cup, marking their first appearance in the semi-finals in 48…
A Look at the Semi-Final Matches - 2002-06-23
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup feature South Korea vs. Germany and Brazil vs. Turkey. South Korea is the first Asian team to…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 21 - 2002-06-22
The article features an interview with Ali Sarshar discussing the outlook for the World Cup final based on recent match results and highlights concerns about…
South Korea's Victory Over Spain in Penalty Shootout - 2002-06-22
South Korea defeated Spain in a penalty shootout during the 2002 World Cup, advancing to the semifinals. The match ended in a draw after regular…
Turkey in the Semi-Finals of the World Cup - 2002-06-22
Turkey's national football team won against Senegal 1-0, advancing to the semi-finals of the 2002 World Cup for the first time in history. This match…
Teams Eliminated in the Quarterfinals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup - 2002-06-21
In the quarterfinals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, England and the USA were eliminated, along with Spain and Turkey after their respective matches. This…
Brazil Advances to Semi-Finals
Brazil defeated England 2-1 to advance to the semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Michael Owen scored for England, but goals from Rivaldo and…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until the End of Friday, June 21, 2002
The article provides statistics from the 2002 FIFA World Cup up to June 21, highlighting Brazil's scoring prowess and Germany's disciplinary record. Key players such…
Germany Narrowly Defeats the USA
Germany defeated the USA 1-0 in the quarterfinals of the 2002 World Cup, with Michael Ballack scoring the only goal. The American team showed significant…
EU Leaders to Discuss Immigration Policy
EU leaders are set to meet in Seville to discuss immigration policies, with the UK and Spain pushing for stricter measures. The meeting faces delays…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 20 - 2002-06-21
The article features an interview with sports writer Ali Sarshar discussing the FIFA World Cup games. It highlights his daily interpretations and insights into the…
Michael Owen's Participation in the Match Against Brazil - 2002-06-20
Michael Owen is confirmed to play in the crucial World Cup quarter-final match against Brazil after recovering from a groin injury. Coach Goran Eriksson expressed…
Selection of Referees for Remaining Matches - 2002-06-20
FIFA has appointed 32 referees for the final matches of the 2002 World Cup, including notable referees from various countries. This selection is significant as…
Turkey Advances to the Semi-Finals - 2002-06-18
Turkey's national football team has advanced to the semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup after defeating Japan 1-0. Ümit Davala scored the decisive goal,…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 18 - 2002-06-18
The article features an interview with sports writer Ali Sarshar discussing the World Cup football matches. It highlights his daily interpretations and insights into the…
Ali Sarshar's Reports on the Games - 2002-06-18
Ali Sarshar provides daily reviews of World Cup matches through Voice of America. The audio reports are available for listening and downloading, catering to different…
South Korea's Stunning Victory Over Italy - 2002-06-18
South Korea's national football team defeated Italy 2-1 in a surprising match during the 2002 World Cup, securing their place in the quarter-finals. The game…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 17 - 2002-06-18
Ali Sarshar discusses the World Cup football games in an interview with Lida Firoozi. The conversation highlights the significance of the tournament and its impact…
Eliminated Teams in the Second Round of the 2002 FIFA World Cup
The article discusses the teams that were eliminated in the second round of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, highlighting a scene from the match between…
Teams Eliminated from the First Round of the 2002 FIFA World Cup
The article discusses the teams that were eliminated from the first round of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. It provides links to the match results…
USA in the Quarterfinals! - 2002-06-17
The U.S. national soccer team achieved an unexpected victory over Mexico, advancing to the quarterfinals of the World Cup. Initially aiming for the second round,…
Senegal Creates Surprise in Sunday Matches - 2002-06-16
Senegal's national football team achieved a remarkable victory over Sweden, winning 2-1 and advancing to the quarter-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This is…
Spain Advances to Quarterfinals of the Tournament
Spain's national football team defeated Ireland in a penalty shootout to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The match ended 1-1…
The Absence of Two Prominent American Footballers in the Match Against Mexico - 2002-06-16
Bruce Arena, the head coach of the U.S. national soccer team, announced the absence of defenders Jeff Agoos and Frankie Hejduk for the upcoming match…
England on the Path to the Final Stage - 2002-06-15
England's national football team secured a decisive 3-0 victory against Denmark in the round of 16 of the World Cup. Key players included Rio Ferdinand,…
Germany Advances to Quarterfinals
Germany has defeated Paraguay 1-0 to advance to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup for the sixth consecutive time. The match showcased strong performances…
FIFA's High Scores for World Cup Organizers
FIFA President Sepp Blatter praised the organization of the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, highlighting the excellent quality of football and the…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 14 - 2002-06-15
Ali Sarshar discusses the FIFA World Cup games in his daily interpretations. The conversation highlights the significance of the event in the context of sports…
Japan Prepares for Match Against Turkey - 2002-06-15
Japan's national football team is celebrating its advancement to the World Cup's second round and is preparing to face Turkey in the round of 16.…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until Tuesday, June 18 - 2002-06-15
The second round of the 2002 World Cup has concluded with Brazil leading in goals scored. Miroslav Klose and Ronaldo are the top scorers, while…
Hashmatollah Mohajerani in a Roundtable Discussion with You - 2002-06-14
In a recent roundtable discussion, former Iranian national football team coach Hashmatollah Mohajerani and international referee Esfandiar Baharmast shared insights. The discussion highlights Mohajerani's historical…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 13 - 2002-06-14
Ali Sarshar discusses the World Cup football games in an interview with Lida Firoozi. The conversation highlights the significance of the event in the context…
America's Astonishing Advancement to the Second Round - 2002-06-14
The U.S. soccer team lost to Poland 1-3 but advanced to the knockout stage of the 2002 World Cup due to South Korea's win over…
Resignation of China's Coach - 2002-06-14
Bora Milutinović resigned as the head coach of the Chinese national football team after their disappointing performance in the 2002 World Cup, where they lost…
Statistics of World Cup Matches from 2002 to Today, June 17 - 2002-06-14
The article reports on the statistics of the World Cup matches as of June 17, 2002, highlighting Germany's strong performance with the most goals and…
Writings and Poems: On This Calm Blue Height - 2002-06-14
The article features a romantic poem by Fereydoun Moshiri and another poem by Farideh Farjam. It highlights the literary contributions of these poets, emphasizing the…
Schedule of the Round of 16 Matches for the 2002 FIFA World Cup - 2002-06-14
The article provides the schedule for the Round of 16 matches in the 2002 FIFA World Cup, detailing matchups and locations. Key matches include Germany…
Japan Advances to the Second Round
Japan's national football team secured a 2-0 victory over Tunisia, advancing to the second round of the 2002 World Cup. The match featured goals from…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 12 - 2002-06-13
Ali Sarshar discusses the World Cup football matches in an interview dated June 12, 2002. The conversation highlights his daily interpretations and insights as a…
Turkey 3, China 0 - June 13, 2002
Turkey defeated China 3-0, allowing them to advance in the tournament, aided by Costa Rica's loss. Brazil also progressed by beating Costa Rica 5-2. This…
Brazil 5, Costa Rica 2 - 2002-06-13
Brazil defeated Costa Rica 5-2 in the World Cup, advancing to the next round. Turkey also advanced after beating China 3-0. This match highlights Brazil's…
Roundtable Discussion with You from Japan: Featuring Hashmatollah Mohajerani and Esfandiar Baharmast - 2002-06-12
This article discusses a roundtable discussion featuring prominent figures in Iranian sports, Hashmatollah Mohajerani and Esfandiar Baharmast, hosted from Japan. The discussion highlights their contributions…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 11 - 2002-06-12
Ali Sarshar, a sports writer, discusses the World Cup football matches in an interview. The conversation highlights his daily interpretations and insights into the games.…
Paraguay Shines Against Slovenia - 2002-06-12
Paraguay overcame a one-player disadvantage and a 1-0 deficit to defeat Slovenia 3-1, securing a spot in the second round of the 2002 World Cup.…
Argentina Eliminated from World Cup
Argentina was eliminated from the 2002 World Cup after a 1-1 draw against Sweden, marking their unexpected exit as a strong contender. The match featured…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 10 - 2002-06-11
Ali Sarshar, a sports writer, shares his daily insights on the World Cup football matches in an interview. The discussion highlights the significance of the…
Germany Advances to the Second Round - 2002-06-11
Germany's national football team secured their place in the second round of the 2002 World Cup by defeating Cameroon 2-0, despite playing with 10 men…
France Bids Farewell to the World Cup - 2002-06-11
The French national football team, the reigning champions, was eliminated from the 2002 World Cup after losing 2-0 to Denmark. This marks the first time…
Senegal Advances to the Next Stage
Senegal drew 3-3 with Uruguay in their World Cup match, marking their first appearance in the tournament. The match was celebrated in Senegal, highlighting the…
Chaos Erupts in Moscow Following Russia's Defeat to Japan
Chaos erupted in Moscow after the Russian football team lost to Japan, resulting in two deaths and many injuries. In response, officials decided to stop…
USA 1 South Korea 1 - 2002-06-10
The USA and South Korea played to a 1-1 draw in the World Cup, with both teams now tied at the top of Group D.…
Portugal's Crushing Victory Over Poland - 2002-06-10
Portugal achieved a decisive 4-0 victory over Poland in their World Cup match, recovering from a previous loss to the USA. Pauleta was the standout…
Continued Riots Will Diminish Russia's Chances of Hosting the 2008 Football Championships
Riots in Moscow following Russia's defeat to Japan in the World Cup threaten Russia's bid to host the 2008 European Football Championship. Prime Minister Mikhail…
Mexico's Victory Over Ecuador - 2002-06-09
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-1 in the World Cup, securing their advancement to the next round. The match featured an early goal from Ecuador, but Mexico…
Turkey and Costa Rica Draw, Mexico Defeats Ecuador - 2002-06-09
Turkey and Costa Rica ended their World Cup match in a 1-1 draw, while Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-1. This match is significant as it impacts…
Matches on Monday, June 10 - 2002-06-09
On June 10, 2002, the U.S. national football team will play against South Korea in a key match, both teams having 3 points in Group…
Unexpected Defeat of Italy Against Croatia - 2002-06-08
Italy faced an unexpected 2-1 defeat against Croatia in the 2002 World Cup, marking their first loss since 1994. The match saw Italy initially leading…
South Africa's Victory Over Slovenia - 2002-06-08
South Africa defeated Slovenia 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup, securing their position in the tournament. This loss eliminated Slovenia from advancing to the next…
Brazil's Second Consecutive Victory - 2002-06-08
Brazil secured a decisive 4-0 victory against China in the 2002 World Cup, marking their second consecutive win and advancing them to the next round.…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 7 - 2002-06-08
Ali Sarshar discusses the World Cup football matches in an interview dated June 7, 2002. The conversation highlights his daily interpretations as a sports writer,…
England Defeated Argentina - 2002-06-07
England's national football team won 1-0 against Argentina in a World Cup match, with David Beckham scoring the decisive penalty. This victory avenged England's previous…
Spain Advances to the Second Round of the Tournament
Spain secured a place in the second round of the 2002 World Cup by defeating Paraguay 3-1, becoming the first team to advance. This victory…
Sweden Tops Its Group
Sweden won against Nigeria 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup, securing their place at the top of their group. Nigeria's loss means they cannot advance…
Senegal 1, Denmark 1 - 2002-06-06
Senegal and Denmark played to a 1-1 draw in a World Cup match. Denmark took the lead early, but Senegal equalized in the second half.…
France 0, Uruguay 0 - 2002-06-06
France and Uruguay played to a 0-0 draw in the World Cup, preventing France from being eliminated. The match took place in Busan, South Korea,…
Zinedine Zidane's Absence from Tuesday's Training - 2002-06-05
Zinedine Zidane is recovering from a groin injury but his availability for the upcoming match against Uruguay is uncertain. The French national team is in…
USA Creates a Surprise in the World Cup - 2002-06-05
The USA achieved a surprising 3-2 victory over Portugal in the 2002 World Cup, marking their first win since 1994. This unexpected result came as…
Germany Draws Against Ireland - 2002-06-05
Germany and Ireland played to a 1-1 draw in the 2002 World Cup. Miroslav Klose scored for Germany, but Robbie Keane equalized in stoppage time.…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 5 and 6, 2002
Ali Sarshar, a sports writer, shares his insights on the World Cup football matches in an interview dated June 5 and 6, 2002. This discussion…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 3 - 2002-06-04
Ali Sarshar discusses the FIFA World Cup matches in an interview, providing daily interpretations of the games. This conversation highlights the significance of the World…
Japan 2 Belgium 2 - 2002-06-04
Japan and Belgium played to a thrilling 2-2 draw in their World Cup match, showcasing strong performances from both teams. Junichi Inamoto stood out as…
Korea's Dominance Over Poland - 2002-06-04
South Korea defeated Poland 2-0 in the 2002 World Cup, marking their first victory in World Cup history. The match showcased South Korea's agility and…
Costa Rica's Victory in a Not-so-Exciting Match Against China - 2002-06-04
Costa Rica defeated China 2-0 in their first World Cup match, showcasing a lackluster performance from the Chinese team. This match marked Costa Rica's strong…
Interview with Ali Sarshar: June 4, 2002
Ali Sarshar, a sports writer, discusses the World Cup football games in an interview dated June 4, 2002. The conversation highlights his daily interpretations and…
A Comfortable Victory for Italy - 2002-06-03
Italy won 2-0 against Ecuador in their World Cup match, with Christian Vieri scoring both goals. This victory places Italy at the top of Group…
Brazil's Victory in an Exciting Match Against Turkey - 2002-06-03
Brazil defeated Turkey 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup match, with Rivaldo scoring the winning penalty. The match featured two Turkish players sent off and…
Mexico 1, Croatia 0 - June 3, 2002
Mexico defeated Croatia 1-0 in a World Cup match, with a key moment being a red card issued to Croatian defender Boris Zikovic for a…
Spain's Victory over Slovenia - 2002-06-02
Spain's national football team won their opening match of the 2002 World Cup against Slovenia with a score of 3-1. This victory is significant as…
Turkey's Coach Prediction and Brazil's Captain Injury - 2002-06-02
Turkey's coach Senol Gunes downplays the significance of their match against Brazil, focusing instead on a crucial game against Costa Rica. Meanwhile, Brazil's captain Emerson…
Best Players of Day Three - 2002-06-02
The article highlights the best players from the third day of the World Cup, including Francisco Arce, Juan Verón, Sol Campbell, and Raúl González. Their…
South Africa Draws with Paraguay - 2002-06-02
In a World Cup match, South Africa drew 2-2 with Paraguay after a last-minute penalty. Quinton Fortune's goal kept South Africa's hopes alive for advancing…
Sweden and England Draw - 2002-06-02
The football match between England and Sweden ended in a 1-1 draw, with England initially leading but Sweden equalizing in the second half. This result…
Argentina 1, Nigeria 0 - 2002-06-02
Argentina defeated Nigeria 1-0 in the 2002 FIFA World Cup, with Gabriel Batistuta scoring the decisive goal. This victory is significant for Argentina, which is…
Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's Reign in England - 2002-06-02
Britain celebrated the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign with church ceremonies attended by the queen. The event was significant enough to require schedule…
Germany's 8-0 Victory Over Saudi Arabia - 2002-06-01
Germany's national football team achieved a historic 8-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in a World Cup match, with Miroslav Klose scoring three goals. This match…
Denmark's Victory Over Uruguay - 2002-06-01
Denmark defeated Uruguay 2-1 in their World Cup match in South Korea, with Jon Dahl Tomasson scoring both goals for Denmark. This victory places Denmark…
Best Players of the Second Day - 2002-06-01
On the second day of the World Cup, Miroslav Klose, Jon Dahl Tomasson, and Matt Holland were named the best players of their respective matches.…
Japan Will Not Produce Nuclear Weapons - 2002-06-01
Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi reaffirmed that Japan will not produce nuclear weapons despite having the technological capability. This statement comes in response to discussions…
Japanese Prime Minister Says His Country Will Never Pursue Nuclear Weapons
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi reaffirmed Japan's commitment to not producing nuclear weapons, despite discussions about reconsidering this stance. This statement was made in response…