World Cup 2002

Spain classified easily for the finals, topping their qualifying group with six wins and two draws, and were one of the eight seeded teams, being drawn in Group B together with Slovenia, Paraguay and South Africa.

Camacho's side won through the group stage with maximum points, and beat Ireland to reach the quarter finals. However they were eliminated on penalties by co-hosts South Korea after some controversial refereeing decisions.

Emblem Qualifying matches
Expectations
Finals draw
Fixtures and results Group stage
Second round
Quater-finals
Semi-final

Final
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Spanish squad
La Liga players
     
World Cup mascot Manager Camacho
Star players Raúl
Mendieta
Helguera
Players to watch Tristán
Baraja
Puyol