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June 30, 2002
  • Ronaldo double gives Brazil Cup
  • Irrepressible "Three Rs" strike again
  • Still a beautiful game
  • Goal famine suggests changes needed
  • Ronaldo says he's now free
  • Voeller says Brazil worthy winners
  • Kahn pays price for his only error
  • Kahn named best goalkeeper
  • Bhutan whip Montserrat 4-0

  • June 29, 2002
  • Leverkusen syndrome over final
  • Brazil's faithful rest easy
  • Hakan Sukur scores fastest goal
  • Even the best are forced to rest
  • From the sidelines - Reader responses
  • Rivaldo says it could be his last Cup
  • Sukur redeems himself
  • Turkey beat S Korea to finish third

  • June 28, 2002
  • Blatter promises to re-shape FIFA
  • Cafu set to make history
  • Indian fans denied entry to Seoul
  • Team doctor: France too tired to win
  • Germany to rely on discipline v Brazil
  • Hamann pushed into the limelight
  • Korea, Turkey treat play-off seriously
  • Maradona arrives in Japan for final
  • Korea's Red Devils to stick to soccer
  • Ronaldo faces third Cup final at 25
  • Big Phil and Rudi ready for final

  • June 27, 2002
  • The other final
  • Scolari says he went through hell
  • Blatter rules out technology
  • Parreira: Final, a clash of cultures
  • Finalists share road to redemption
  • 4 Brazilians in Golden Ball top 10
  • History of past World Cup finals
  • A perfectly ironic finale
  • Pierluigi Collina to referee Cup final
  • Kahn's mantra: Keep it simple
  • Scolari: I'll be jobless on Monday
  • Jeremies may replace Ballack
  • How Ronaldo got a boost from Pele
  • Kahn feels Germany will tame Brazil
  • Tickets for final going at $4,800
  • Jacquet calls for two refs in 2006

  • June 26, 2002
  • Finally, the battle of the best
  • Ronaldo goal puts Brazil in final
  • Ballack irreplaceable, says coach Voeller
  • Scorers at the 2002 World Cup finals
  • Ronaldo steers finals into new territory
  • Asia wants five Cup places in 2006
  • Brazil expected bigger win: Scolari
  • Ronaldo says he was punched
  • Koreans look to future after Cup exit
  • Germans face historical final
  • Europe beckons Korea's talent
  • Hiddink faces a wide range of choices

  • June 25, 2002
  • Juninho challenges Turkey
  • History stands in Turkey's way
  • Born in Germany, made in Turkey
  • Korea's Ahn to stay at Perugia
  • Ahn and Hamann doubtful for semifinal
  • Allegations of corruption quashed
  • Turkey rally round misfiring Sukur
  • Beckham looks ahead to Euro 2004
  • Mental strength powers Koreans

  • June 24, 2002
  • Goalkeeper remains a vital ingredient
  • Luis Enrique calls it a day
  • Marcos injured, Ronaldo doubtful
  • S. Korea set for Asia's biggest party
  • S. Korea blares matches to the North
  • Ronaldinho backs Seaman
  • Daredevil Edmilson will not change his style
  • Mixed feelings for Ronaldo's replacement
  • Brazil, Germany match gets nearer

  • June 23, 2002
  • Goalkeeper remains a vital ingredient
  • Owen wasn't fit enough against Brazil
  • Heated refereeing row dogs finals
  • Turkish papers ooze confidence

  • June 22, 2002
  • Back to defensive basics for Big Phil
  • Controversy again as Koreans win
  • English fans behaviour lauded
  • Spain incensed by refereeing
  • Ronaldinho awaits fate
  • Injury may keep Ronaldo out of semis
  • Seaman's coach says goal was fluke
  • South Korea in semis after tie-breaker
  • Senegal and Turkey target semis

  • June 21, 2002
  • Ronaldinho takes Brazil into last four
  • We could have done better: Eriksson
  • Ballack heads Germany into semis
  • 4m expected on S. Korean streets
  • Player of the Day - Ronaldinho
  • Pele says refereeing very, very poor
  • Raul fighting to be fit for quarter-final
  • Brazil and Germany restore order
  • A job well done: Scolari
  • Fighting spirit best ever, says Scolari
  • Seaman 'sorry' for Ronaldinho goal

  • June 20, 2002
  • Injured Owen joins training
  • The class of 70
  • Beware their killer instinct: Eriksson
  • Blatter slams refs and Italians
  • Owen fit for England-Brazil classic
  • FIFA fails to curb simulation
  • Survivors gear up for shoot-out
  • U.S. in perfect shape, says Arena
  • FIFA says refs doing a very good job
  • English seek divine help vs Brazil
  • Turkey trust in Big Hakan and his little helpers
  • Brazil's quiet midfielder still afloat
  • Mixed memories for Germany
  • Persistence pays off for Rivaldo
  • Perugia reaction is childish

  • June 19, 2002
  • Hiddink's experience is Korea's gain
  • Brazil say English soccer has evolved
  • Requiem for Japan's World Cup dream
  • Arise Sir Becks and Sven?
  • Spain to keep it clean against Korea
  • South Korea struggle with injuries
  • Germany stage remarkable comeback
  • Troussier bids adieu after Cup exit
  • U.S. set to face hostile local crowd
  • Klose to dedicate next goal to Walter
  • Camacho closes in on first title
  • Italy's Trapattoni will not resign
  • Turkish Cup miracle is made in "Hell"
  • Big Phil puts on his own show
  • Metsu and Senegal are a perfect match

    June 18, 2002
  • Golden goal takes Korea to last 8
  • Turkey end Japan's run
  • Joao Pinto suspended until punch decision
  • Turkey aim high as Japan bow out in tears
  • We're not scared of Brazil: England
  • Voeller loses cool over criticism
  • Lady Luck, Brazil's close companion
  • Senegal warm to their task
  • The naked truth behind Japan's success
  • Hierro to retire from international football

    June 17, 2002
  • Brazil through to last eight
  • US shock Mexico, reach last 8
  • Scolari praises Brazil's fighting spirit
  • The Cup starts now: Ronaldo
  • Great day for U.S. soccer, says coach Arena
  • World Cup draw smiled on England
  • Spain stronger after Irish nightmare
  • No Irish excuses for dreadful penalties - Charlton
  • FIFA declares W'Cup drug-free so far

  • June 16, 2002
  • Spain beat Ireland on penalties
  • Senegal win with golden goal
  • Camacho critical of referee
  • Sweden's Larsson calls it a day
  • McCarthy sickened by penalties loss
  • Joao Pinto faces serious sanction
  • The birth of a great team: Metsu
  • Beckham inspired by Pele, Moore in 1970
  • S Korea looking to take Italy in stride
  • Rivals Mexico and US face biggest clash
  • Marcos finally gets chance to shine
  • Italy have to walk alone against Red Devils

  • June 15, 2002
  • England romp into quarter-finals
  • Germany strike late to make last 8
  • Hedman fears nobody, but respects Senegal
  • Big Phil revives Beautiful Game
  • Oliver Neuville repays Voeller's faith
  • Beautiful goal beat Paraguay: Maldini
  • Finals shaping up as the best ever
  • Belgians relish chance to play Brazil
  • Ref says Joao Pinto punched him

  • June 14, 2002
  • Korea dump nine-man Portugal
  • US through despite Poleaxing
  • Japan score historic victory
  • Belgium make round 2 with late goals
  • The second round puzzle
  • Klose is no one-hit wonder, says coach Voeller
  • Ronaldo's goal raises questions
  • No margin for error, warns Camacho
  • Japan inspire national celebrations
  • Zidane blames tough season for France's exit

    June 13, 2002
  • Italy stumble into second round
  • Brazil too good for Costa Rica
  • Turkey in second round for first time
  • Croatia lose to Ecuador, bow out
  • Turkey players delighted to enter new era
  • Ronaldo must wait to know goal tally
  • Costa Rica return proud after epic match
  • Argentina's spine weak, says Bilardo
  • Chinese fans shun team after exit
  • FIFA says mistakes all round in tickets row
  • Tomasson unlikely to play versus England
  • Milutinovic bows out as coach
  • Sweden captain Andersson out of World Cup
  • England waiting for big guns to fire
  • No bliss for ignorant South Africans
  • Sweden reviving memories of class of '94
  • Italy face tough Mexican test
  • Fallen French dodge forgiving fans
  • Turkey must trust Brazil, hammer China

  • June 12, 2002
  • Cuevas takes Paraguay into round 2
  • Spain end South Africa's run
  • Argentina make shock exit
  • England survive group of death
  • Argentina let down by European style
  • Caniggia sent off without kicking ball
  • Bielsa dejected as Argentina head home
  • Eriksson happy to survive trial in heat
  • England are building momentum - Beckham
  • Nesta pulls out of Italy training session
  • FIFA denies balls made in sweat-shops
  • FIFA blue over red, yellow card show
  • Turkey need emphatic win, Brazil help
  • England look for win against Nigeria

  • June 11, 2002
  • Senegal not finished yet
  • France's fall swift and unexpected
  • French pain is Danes gain
  • Asian soccer on the march
  • Italy's Di Biagio out of Mexico game
  • China ponder coach change
  • Germany romp into last 16
  • Ireland cruise through

  • Denmark send France crashing out

  • Debutants Senegal make round 2

  • Senegal not finished yet

  • France's fall swift and unexpected

  • French pain is Danes gain

  • French lesson for England, says Eriksson

  • England face potential double African challenge

  • Asian soccer on the march

  • Italy's Di Biagio out of Mexico game

  • China ponder coach change


  • June 10, 2002
  • Pauleta 'tricks' in Portugal's win

  • Tunisia hold Belgium to throw open group

  • South Korea rally to hold US

  • Treat Nigeria like champs: Beckham

  • Denmark wary of France

  • Ronaldo set to play entire duration

  • Aimar hopes to give Argentina the edge

  • Second round beckons for Japan

  • Ireland won't take Saudi lightly

  • Costa Rica expect no favours from Brazil

  • Japan parties after historic win

  • Politics dominate US-Korea clash

  • Will-power will decide Poland game: Portugal coach

  • One killed, 100 hurt as Russian fans riot

  • France chase luck and inspiration against Denmark

  • Mexico must play their best against Italy


  • June 9, 2002
  • Inamoto gives Japan historic win

  • Rising Sons

  • Mexico rally to down Ecuador

  • Mexican Wave!

  • Press voice Italian fury over 'robbery'

  • Poland hope to shake off 'Asian virus'

  • Hope for Croatia, despair for Italy

  • Turkey must win against Costa Rica


  • June 8, 2002
  • South Africa send Slovenia packing

  • Red and yellow cards at the Cup

  • Scorers at the 2002 World Cup finals

  • Italy fume over disallowed goals in defeat

  • England penalty no penalty: Beckenbauer

  • Italy's Nesta doubtful for Mexico game

  • Italy were over-confident say Croatians

  • Zidane set to play against Denmark

  • England will treat Nigeria game like a final

  • Cameroon furious at training blunder

  • Batistuta ready for showdown

  • Ronaldo on goal mission, Italy favourites

  • Burn-out staining game: Beckenbauer

  • Croatia ditch veterans against Italy

  • Breakaways the key for Japan

  • Champions France, favourites Argentina in trouble

  • England learn defensive lessons


  • June 7, 2002
  • Spain storm into second round

  • Sweden put Nigeria out

  • Brazil determined to avoid a nasty surprise

  • Maradona to be allowed into Japan: media

  • Maldini could miss Croatia match

  • How come French can shoot but can't score?

  • Loss makes things difficult: Marcelo Bielsa

  • Germany undeterred by Klose injury

  • Crisis-free Spain eye long World Cup run

  • Flying start to the World Cup

  • Danes can't bear the heat


  • June 6, 2002
  • Cameroon overcome fighting Saudi Arabia

  • Denmark, Senegal draw 1-1

  • Argentina pick Kily for England clash

  • Upsets shed new light on fixtures

  • Lemerre: There's still hope for France

  • Eriksson: Must perform for 90 mins

  • FIFA's own goal ruling makes history

  • Zahovic expelled from Slovenia team

  • Portugal back to drawing board

  • France and W'Cup need Zidane

  • Sweden expecting tough match against Nigeria


  • June 5, 2002
  • US pull off shock win over Portugal

  • Irish hold Germans with late goal

  • Russia cruise to win over Tunisia

  • We asked for it, says captain Kahn

  • Kily to replace Claudio versus England

  • Simeone avoids talk about Beckham

  • Basic mistakes caused defeat: Figo

  • No easy games at World Cup

  • Unrepentant Rivaldo says cunning is fine

  • Ayala to miss England clash

  • Free kick expertise led to clampdown on theatrics

  • Lauren sore about Cameroon build up

  • Rivaldo fined for play-acting

  • France determined to bounce back


  • June 4, 2002
  • South Korea surprise Poland

  • Japan, Belgium in exciting 2-2 draw

  • Second half goals give Costa Rica win

  • Doc: Zidane's condition improving

  • Asian soccer comes off age

  • Ice-cool Vieri eyes Italian record

  • Argentines play down England rivalry

  • Trapattoni set to change Italian team

  • France determined to bounce back

  • Romantsev dare not fail against Tunisia

  • Record-breaking Germany ready for Ireland

  • Rivaldo could face ban

  • Portugal's double act ready to shine

  • Japan expects -- but not too much

  • Costa Rica coach faces his former master

  • Japan wary of set pieces against Belgium

  • 'Moment of Truth' for South Korea


  • June 3, 2002
  • Brazil rally to down Turkey

  • Vieri double gives Italy victory

  • Penalty goal gives Mexico victory

  • Zidane insists he will not take risks

  • Tearful Emerson 'hurting inside' after Cup injury

  • Samba beat heralds Brazil

  • France ready to ring tactical changes

  • Weary England seeking to avoid errors

  • Costa Rica gamble on patched-up strikers


  • June 2, 2002
  • England-Sweden draw 1-1

  • Spain beat Slovenia and break jinx

  • Batistuta goal gives Argentina victory

  • Brazil captain Emerson out of World Cup

  • SA hold Paraguay with late Fortune penalty

  • Ireland will be tougher, says Voeller

  • Tickets available through FIFA site

  • FIFA slams the ball talk

  • Zidane's condition is improving, says team doctor

  • Brazil put years of misery behind them

  • Argentina kick off 'group of death'

  • England pinning hopes on Beckham, Owen


  • June 1, 2002
  • Germany blank Saudi Arabia 8-0

  • Tomasson gives Denmark victory

  • Ireland rally to hold Cameroon

  • Zidane doubtful starter v Uruguay

  • Poles on the attack about their defence

  • Unflappable Dutchman charms Korean's

  • Senegal focus on next match - coach

  • Spain hope to break jinx against Slovenia

  • Saudi motivated for another shock

  • Batistuta seeks World Cup title before quitting


  • May 31, 2002
  • Senegal shock France

  • Asia launches first Cup in style

  • A soccer lesson from Senegal

  • Germany face Saudi challenge

  • Brazil unruffled by dark horses tag

  • Danes out to hit Uruguay for six again

  • Zen-Ruffinen gone, legal action stops

  • Asia's first W'Cup set for kickoff
  • England midfield hopes rest on United trio


  • May 30, 2002
  • France aim for winning start

  • Brazil, Turkey set to dominate group C

  • England midfield hopes rest on United trio

  • Senegal holds its breath

  • Maradona's strike is goal of the century

  • Argentina face striking dilemma

  • Big Phil to put Brazil on the attack

  • England ready to deliver, says Beckham

  • FIFA refuse sub for Keane

  • Mendieta has a point to prove

  • Italy on guard against complacency


  • May 29, 2002
  • Maldini eyes appearance record

  • Blatter re-elected as president

  • France can cope without Zidane - Djorkaeff

  • Ireland pleads with FIFA for a sub

  • Joint hosts, rivals on and off pitch

  • Cameroon hide glee at Ireland woes

  • Heads to roll in wake of Blatter victory

  • Ayala happy to just play

  • Brazil miss eight penalties in training

  • Maradona allowed to enter South Korea

  • Beckham lifting England already: McClaren

  • Blatter and Hayatou both confident

  • Kimchi and Ginseng stand as Korean symbols

  • Winner takes all in Group of Fear


  • May 28, 2002
  • No ultimatum over Keane - McCarthy

  • Beckham set to face Sweden - Eriksson

  • FIFA fury overshadows the finals

  • Irish players do not want Keane back

  • S Korea to show off 12-year-old boy wonder

  • Refereeing still a man's job at World Cup


  • May 27, 2002
  • Eriksson ponders gamble on youth

  • History's most open Cup set for kick-off

  • Zidane will miss first two matches

  • China already a success but pride's at stake

  • Ortega to wear Argentina's No 10 shirt

  • Spain missing that extra spark, says De Pedro

  • Injury scares for France, Italy in final warm-up


  • May 26, 2002
  • Zidane suffers thigh injury

  • Happy headache for Argentina's Bielsa

  • Argentina not to retire no.10 shirt

  • Germany's coach Voeller thinking big

  • Spain's coach brushes aside critics

  • Brazil still unlikely to ignite World up


  • May 24, 2002
  • Japan have "God" on their side: Troussier

  • Portugal to rest Figo for China friendly

  • Roberto Carlos dismisses Turkey hreat

  • Ljungberg is Sweden's trump card

  • Ireland send Keane home


  • May 23, 2002
  • Void in England midfield

  • Ireland send Keane home

  • Maldini hopes to finish with a flourish

  • India in the FIFA World Cup

  • Opening match is crucial: Zidane

  • Back me and win, says Ronaldo

  • Spain's Raul fitter than ever

  • Americans see fresh chance to boost sport's profile

  • Old offence threatens Maradona visit


  • May 22, 2002
  • Beckham will lift England: Eriksson

  • Roy Keane threatens to fly home

  • India's man at the World Cup

  • Nigeria held by Yokohama in warm-up

  • Rivaldo's peace message stopped by shirt ban

  • Djorkaeff and Cisse star in French victory

  • Off-pitch headaches grow; England shaky

  • Delighted dad Zidane joins France squad


  • May 21, 2002
  • Ronaldo raring to go again

  • Ballack carries Germany's hopes

  • France may change formation

  • Dyer included in England's final squad

  • France fret over delayed Zidane

  • England held by lively South Korea

  • Roberto Carlos ready to take a dive for Brazil

  • World champions France begin to feel pressure

  • Brazil's Emerson impressed by Zidane's fouling

  • Japan's mission not impossible: Troussier

  • Uruguay missing top players for warm-up match


  • May 20, 2002
  • Beckham ready for World Cup opener

  • Russia hit rock bottom before World Cup

  • Rivaldo says he's ready for action

  • Owen dismisses injury woes

  • China fans snap up tickets for Cup

  • Hooligans could face the music

  • Coach Troussier picky about menu

  • Cameras to spot trouble in Japan

  • Beckham ready for World Cup opener

  • South Korea bars England soccer fan
  • Russia hit rock bottom before World Cup
  • Japan official at Senegal camp kills self

  • 'After seeing me perform, players started respecting me'


  • May 19, 2002
  • France bid fans farewell with a defeat

  • Simeone admits trying to get Beckham sent off

  • Dyer given two more days to prove fitness

  • Tokyo's night playground awaits W'Cup invasion

  • Security tight as Argentina train


  • May 18, 2002
  • Canizares injury forces Camacho into rethink

  • Spain 'keeper out of Cup after freak accident

  • Santa Cruz stars as Paraguay beat Sweden


  • May 17, 2002
  • Owen has class to bear weight of England hopes
  • Nothing but repeat victory will do: Lemerre
  • France missing key players for Belgium friendly
  • Injured Beckham still on course for finals
  • Madrid brought to a standstill by heroes

  • May 16, 2002
  • Favourites Argentina arrive in Japan


  • May 15, 2002
  • Argentina leave out Riquelme and Saviola

  • No balls for Brazil as training continues

  • FIFA rankings: France No.1; Brazil, Argentina second


  • May 14, 2002
  • Brazil's "Big Phil" faces absentee problems...again

  • Journalists back Zidane to become World Cup star

  • Zidane to quit after four years with Real Madrid


  • May 13, 2002
  • England's Dyer threatens legal action over tackle

  • England plans in disarray as injuries grow

  • Top soccer players have no rest time before finals

  • Zidane keeps thoughts to himself


  • May 12, 2002
  • U.S. coach says goalie shirt still up for grabs


  • May 11, 2002
  • Beckham to join England squad for Dubai trip

  • Blatter blasts 'smear' as legal action starts

  • France to focus on minds, Germans on knee as World Cup nears


  • May 10, 2002
  • Never mind the ball, spot the haircut

  • Figo leads Portuguese hopes

  • Former captain Deschamps sees France as favourites

  • Burden of expectation on South Korea

  • Morioka return gives Japan a boost

  • Nigeria face uphill battle at World Cup

  • Romario baffled by Brazil World Cup omission

  • Optimistic Russia target quarter-finals


  • May 9, 2002
  • Joe Cole in squad as Eriksson backs youth

  • World Cup glory a distant dream for India

  • Pioneers Uruguay back after 12-year absence


  • May 8, 2002
  • Crunching tackles replace Brazilian skill

  • Beautiful game ready to take centre stage

  • S.Korea chief says FIFA in crisis under Blatter

  • Romario still silent after World Cup rejection

  • Argentina head South American challenge


  • May 7, 2002
  • Sweden are in finals for 10th time

  • Ireland stick with familiar faces for World Cup

  • French squad now known, no Anelka

  • France must answer case for the defence

  • Sky's the limit for Eriksson's young lions

  • China happy just to get to finals

  • Defiant Big Phil leaves out Romario

  • Caniggia, Batistuta in Argentina's squad


  • May 6, 2002
  • Deisler makes Germany's World Cup squad

  • FIFA force referees into the limelight

  • U.S. squad get head-start on W'Cup rivals


  • May 4, 2002
  • Scolari harrassed in the street over Romario

  • More injury woes for World Cup hopefuls

  • FIFA rocked by Zen-Ruffinen 'bombshell'


  • May 3, 2002
  • Mixed news for old rivals, Japan held to draw

  • World Cup apathy hits Brazil


  • May 2, 2002
  • Anxious wait for Voeller, Sono


  • May 1, 2002
  • Pele fancies Italy, France, Argentina and England


  • April 30, 2002
  • Tight finish to leagues adds to tension


  • April 29, 2002
  • Manchester United deny claims about Eriksson


  • April 28, 2002
  • Beckham confident of rapid recovery


  • April 27, 2002
  • Eriksson picks Argentina as favourites

  • Finals give economic boost

  • Paraguay's Chilavert apologises to coach Maldini


  • April 26, 2002
  • Blatter delighted as allies win seats in UEFA elections

  • England hit by Neville blow, Keane returns

  • Eriksson must select McManaman, says Zidane

  • FIFA World Cup Champions Trophy unveiled


  • April 25, 2002
  • Firms at World Cup can get rain insurance


  • April 24, 2002
  • Beckham escapes crash unharmed - papers

  • FIFA faces "rocky road" to World Cup: Jordaan


  • April 23, 2002
  • Russians offered cash and cars for World Cup wins

  • No surprises in U.S. World Cup squad


  • April 22, 2002
  • World Cup supremo slams Japanese PM's shrine visit


  • April 19, 2002
  • Italian gloom, Romario's Cup hopes fade

  • Eriksson at the helm of England's transition


  • April 18, 2002
  • Making finals is my biggest test-Beckham

  • Eriksson welcomes England's fire

  • Argentina beat Germany; Brazil, France draw


  • April 17, 2002
  • Blatter slams Johansson as bad loser

  • Owen surprised to be England captain

  • Greenpeace warns of nuclear threat to World Cup


  • April 16, 2002
  • Germany face real test against old rivals Argentina

  • Owen to captain England against Paraguay


  • April 14, 2002
  • Duscher calls Beckham to apologise

  • Campbell carried off, Batistuta in hospital

  • Ronaldo double keeps Inter on course


  • April 13, 2002
  • England gamble on Beckham, Mendieta back

  • FIFA calls emergency meeting of executive committee


  • April 12, 2002
  • Blatter suspends audit of FIFA finances


  • April 5, 2002
  • Weeping Romario moved by public affection


  • April 13, 2002
  • World Cup squad lists on May 24


  • April 3, 2002
  • Organisers face World Cup security dilemma


  • April 1, 2002
  • Golden oldies dream of new chance for glory


  • March 28, 2002
  • Lively return by Ronaldo as Brazil beat Yugoslavia

  • France still not a "dream team": Lemerre

  • Five-star France lead the charge to finals

  • Pele shirt scores auction record


  • March 27, 2002
  • Eriksson helped by distance from England

  • Ronaldo sure of dispelling fitness doubts


  • March 26, 2002
  • Ronaldo back for Brazil after 30-month absence


  • March 25, 2002
  • Hierro hat-trick keeps Real Madrid top in Spain


  • March 21, 2002
  • England's finest show the right stuff


  • March 19, 2002
  • Blatter confident of remaining FIFA president


  • March 16, 2002
  • Japan to ban flights over World Cup venues


  • March 14, 2002
  • China's fans prepare for debut


  • March 13, 2002
  • Caniggia in, Batistuta out for Argentina


  • March 8, 2002
  • FIFA may use X-Ray technology to determine player ages


  • March 5, 2002
  • FIFA to discuss fallout of burst financial bubble


  • March 4, 2002
  • Two-goal Romario turns up the heat on Big Phil


  • Febuary 28, 2002
  • FIFA considering blood tests at World Cup


  • Febuary 22, 2002
  • Argentina put faith in twin coaches


  • Febuary 18, 2002
  • S Korea gets ready for D-100 and President Bush


  • Febuary 14, 2002
  • Vivas hopes for quick Ronaldo return


  • Febuary 12, 2002
  • England's Owen out of Netherlands match


  • January 22, 2002
  • Portugal only real test for Brazil - Pele


  • January 8, 2002
  • Twin World Cup challenge for Germany


  • December 18, 2001
  • Vugrinec is one to watch for World Cup


  • December 14, 2001
  • Henry to light France's World Cup fire


  • December 5, 2001
  • Pele says England can win World Cup


  • December 3, 2001
  • Germans relieved after World Cup draw


  • December 1, 2001
  • France, Senegal to kick off 2002 World Cup


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