The 2002 FIFA World Cup, held in South Korea and Japan from May 31 to June 30, 2002, was the 17th edition of the tournament. Brazil won the title, defeating Germany 2-0 in the final, and it was the first World Cup hosted by two nations and the first held in Asia. Brazil’s Ronaldo was the standout scorer, with the tournament also notable for South Korea’s surprising run to the semifinals and France’s early elimination as defending champions.