What is mondiali 2002?

Mondiali 2002 was the 17th edition of the FIFA World Cup, which was hosted jointly by South Korea and Japan from May 31 to June 30, 2002. A total of 32 teams participated in the tournament, which was won by Brazil, who defeated Germany 2-0 in the final.

The 2002 World Cup was a memorable one, as it marked the first time that the tournament was held in Asia and also saw the introduction of the golden goal rule. It was a closely contested tournament, with many surprises and upsets along the way, including the elimination of defending champions France in the group stage.

Brazil, led by their star player Ronaldo, emerged as the eventual champions, winning their fifth World Cup title. Ronaldo scored both goals in the final against Germany, capping off a remarkable tournament where he finished as the top scorer with eight goals.

The 2002 World Cup was also notable for its innovative use of technology, with the introduction of goal-line technology and a new electronic scoreboard system. The tournament was widely considered a success, with millions of fans from around the world tuning in to watch the action unfold.