June 2, 2002
Spainrelieved but happy to have won opener
Raul, whose goal set Spain on their way to their first World Cup opening win since 1950, admitted that the victory has eased the tension in the Spanish camp.
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June 1, 2002
McCarthyhails ‘magnificent’ Irish
Ireland coach Mick McCarthy was delighted that the team had bounced back from the traumatic events of the past fortnight to secure a deserved draw against Cameroon.
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June 1, 2002
Olsenwarns Danes against complacency
Danish coach Morten Olsen has admitted that he was pleased to start the campaign with a win but warned his side that they still face an uphill battle if they are to qualify for the…
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June 1, 2002
Vollerdelighted with German finishing
A delighted Rudi Voller was full of praise for his much-maligned strikers Carsten Jancker and Oliver Bierhoff after the 8-0 thrashing of Saudia Arabia.
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May 31, 2002
Nomore mistakes now, admits French coach Lemerre
France coach Roger Lemerre believes his team must win both of their remaining group matches if they are to have any hope of progressing to the second round.
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May 31, 2002
Dreamcome true for Senegal
Senegal coach Bruno Metsu his team's 1-0 win over holders France was a dream come true for his players.
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May 30, 2002
Beckhamfit to face SWeden
David Beckham has declared himself 100 per cent to face Sweden in England's opening Wiorld Cup match on Sunday.
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May 30, 2002
Dyergets fitness all-clear
Sven-Goran Eriksson has confirmed that Kieron Dyer has won his fitness battle and will remain with the England squad for the World Cup.
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May 30, 2002
FIFAto review controversial card decisions
FIFA have, for the first time, given themselves the power to review red and yellow card decisions by referees.
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May 30, 2002
Chelseaagree Geremi deal
Chelsea have agreed a œ2.7 deal with Real Madrid to bring Cameroon international Geremi Njitap to Stamford Bridge.
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May 30, 2002
Irelandrefused permission to call up Healy
FIFA have refused the Republic of Ireland permission to bring Celtic midfielder Colin Healy in to their World Cup squad as a replacement for skipper Roy Keane.
