2002 FIFA World Cup — Korea/Japan.
Updated June 29, 2026 · DynastyDaily Editorial · ● Live Last updated: 2026-06-30T05:19:34Z
Direct answer
The 2002 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Korea/Japan (31 May – 30 June 2002) with 32 teams. Champion: Brazil. The final was Brazil 2–0 Germany at International Stadium, Yokohama. Top scorer: Ronaldo (8).
The story of 2002
The first World Cup in Asia, co-hosted by Korea and Japan, and the first on two continents. Ronaldo's redemption — both goals in the final and 8 for the tournament — won Brazil a fifth title. Co-hosts South Korea stunned Italy and Spain on the way to a shock semifinal. Oliver Kahn became the only goalkeeper to win the Golden Ball.
Edition facts
| Host | Korea/Japan |
| Dates | 31 May – 30 June 2002 |
| Teams | 32 |
| Format | Groups → knockout |
| Champion | Brazil |
| Runner-up | Germany |
| Final | Brazil 2–0 Germany |
| Final venue | International Stadium, Yokohama |
| Third place | Turkey |
| Top scorer | Ronaldo (8) |
| Best player (Golden Ball) | Oliver Kahn |
| Official mascot | Ato/Kaz/Nik |
| Official ball | Fevernova |
| Total attendance | 2,705,197 |
| Total goals | 161 |
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