Mexico's Aguirre: Still paying for error vs. USMNT in 2002 World Cup
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said he's still "paying consequences" for a tactical error in the 2002 World Cup that led to a ...
2002 World Cup Qualifiers: The Struggles and Future Prospects of Chinese Football
In the preparation phase, the Chinese team faced significant challenges. At that time, the gap between Chinese football and world powerhouse teams was evident. However, this shortcoming motivated the ...
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Why Hidetoshi Nakata, face of the 2002 World Cup, retired at 29: ‘I’m not a fan of football’
He was endorsed by big brands such as Mastercard, Canon and Nike, appearing in the latter’s campaign at the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, a tournament he became the face of.
2002 World Cup Qualifiers: The Unyielding Spirit of Chinese Football
[Introduction] The 2002 World Cup qualifiers marked a significant chapter in the saga of Chinese football, capturing the essence of resilience and dedication. This article explores the preparation, ...
Familiar arena looms as venue for Wataru Endō's next big achievement: World Cup-qualifying captain
On a familar ground, Wataru Endō's next achievement could just come in the form of a World Cup-qualifying captain.
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Chinese football unlikely to make breakthrough in next 10 years: former player
Former goalkeeper Ou Chuliang, who played for China's only World Cup squad in 2002, says deep-rooted issues must be addressed ...
Difference Between ICC Champions Trophy and World Cup
India clinched its third Champions Trophy title at the India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final. In this article, we ...