The World Cup of 2002: Asia's Rise and France's Fall

The 2002 FIFA World Cup was a landmark event, co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, marking the first time the tournament was held in Asia. South Korea made history by reaching the semi-finals, while Japan also performed admirably. France, the defending champions, faced a disappointing exit. The tournament significantly boosted football's popularity in Asia.

Which two countries co-hosted the 2002 FIFA World Cup?

• South Korea and China

• Japan and Thailand

• South Korea and Japan

• China and Japan

In which year did South Korea first participate in the FIFA World Cup?

• 2002

• 1968

• 1986

• 1954

What was South Korea's best achievement in the 2002 World Cup?

• Winning the bronze medal

• Winning the World Cup

• Reaching the semi-finals

• Reaching the quarter-finals

When did Japan first appear in the FIFA World Cup?

• 1968

• 1998

• 2002

• 1986

Which team eliminated Japan in the 2002 World Cup quarter-finals?

• South Korea

• Brazil

• Germany

• Turkey

Who was the star player injured for France during the 2002 World Cup?

• Thierry Henry

• Zinedine Zidane

• David Trezeguet

• Patrick Vieira

How many goals did France score in the 2002 World Cup?

• 3

• 2

• 1

• 0