June 2002
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.…
Military Clash Between Two Koreas - June 29, 2002
A military clash occurred between South and North Korea, with South Korea blaming North Korea for the deadly exchange of fire, while North Korea claims…
North Korean Woman Seeks Political Asylum at South Korean Diplomatic Mission in Beijing - 2002-06-27
A 24-year-old North Korean woman has sought political asylum at the South Korean diplomatic mission in Beijing, though details of her entry remain undisclosed. This…
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.…
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…
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…
Two North Korean Refugees Arrive in South Korea
Two North Korean refugees arrived in South Korea after seeking asylum at the Canadian embassy in China, marking the end of a month-long standoff. A…
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…
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…
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…
The Number of North Korean Refugees in China Reaches 23
Two young North Korean women have sought refuge at the South Korean embassy in Beijing, increasing the total number of North Korean refugees there to…
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…
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…
USA at a Glance - 2002-06-21
The USA participated in five matches during a tournament, achieving varied results including a notable loss to Germany and a victory over Mexico. This performance…
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…
Second Son of Kim Dae-jung Appears Before Prosecutors
Kim Hong-up, the second son of former South Korean President Kim Dae-jung, appeared for questioning regarding a corruption scandal involving money laundering and influence peddling.…
Reception of US-North Korea Talks - 2002-06-19
Japan and South Korea have expressed support for the US's initiative to engage in political dialogue with North Korea, following diplomatic talks in San Francisco.…
Italy at a Glance - 2002-06-18
The article provides a summary of Italy's football matches during the 2002 World Cup. Italy played against Mexico, Croatia, Ecuador, and South Korea, with varying…
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,…
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…
Kim Hong-ap Summoned to Court - 2002-06-17
Kim Hong-ap, the second son of South Korean President Kim Dae-jung, has been summoned to court regarding a corruption scandal involving influence in business contracts…
Quarterfinal Matches - 2002-06-17
The article lists the quarterfinal matches of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, featuring teams such as England, Brazil, Germany, the USA, Senegal, Turkey, Spain, and…
Two More Migrants Seek Refuge at South Korean Embassy in Beijing
Two North Korean women have sought refuge at the South Korean consulate in Beijing, joining a group of over 18 other asylum seekers. This incident…
Poland at a Glance - 2002-06-17
The article summarizes Poland's performance in recent football matches, highlighting a victory against the USA and losses to Portugal and South Korea. This information is…
Portugal at a Glance - 2002-06-17
The article provides a summary of Portugal's football matches during the 2002 World Cup, highlighting their performance against Poland, the USA, and South Korea. The…
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…
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…
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…
South Korea Protests to China - 2002-06-14
South Korea has lodged a formal protest with China after a North Korean defector was forcibly removed from its consulate in Beijing. The incident has…
Forceful Removal of North Korean Citizen from South Korean Consulate in China - 2002-06-14
A North Korean asylum seeker and his son entered the South Korean consulate in Beijing, prompting a confrontation with Chinese police who attempted to forcibly…
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…
Chinese Police Forcefully Remove North Korean Refugee from South Korean Consulate in Beijing - 2002-06-14
Chinese police forcibly removed a North Korean refugee from the South Korean consulate in Beijing, despite diplomatic protests. This incident highlights tensions surrounding North Korean…
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.…
Request for Asylum by 17 Refugees at South Korean Embassy in Beijing - 2002-06-11
Seventeen refugees, including at least nine North Koreans, have sought asylum at the South Korean embassy in Beijing. Negotiations are ongoing between South Korea and…
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…
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.…
5 More Refugees Seek Asylum at Western Embassies in China - 2002-06-10
Five more North Korean refugees have sought asylum at Western embassies in Beijing, increasing the total to ten. This includes individuals seeking refuge at the…
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…
Turkey and Costa Rica Draw - 2002-06-09
Turkey and Costa Rica played to a 1-1 draw in a crucial World Cup match. Emre Belözoğlu scored for Turkey, but Costa Rica equalized late…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
Russia's Victory Over Tunisia - 2002-06-05
Russia's national football team won 2-0 against Tunisia in a match that showcased their technical superiority. Valery Karpin scored one goal and converted a penalty,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…