New Zealand beats Vanuatu to reach OFC Nations Cup final

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OFC Nations Cup 2002
OFC Nations Cup 2002

AUCKLAND, Jul. 12, 2002 (AMP) — New Zealand 2002 : New Zealand reached the OFC Nations Cup final for the fourth time in their history with a 3-0 win against Vanuatu (halftime: 2-0) on Friday at the Ericsson Stadium in Auckland.

Burton scored dual goals

New Zealand dominated the first half thanks to goals from Burton ('13) and Killen ('23). Leading 2-0 at the break, the New Zealanders further widened their lead in the second period with another goal by Burton in the 65th minute.

Fixtures and Results : Second Round

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Overview

New Zealand at the OFC Nations Cup

  • 2 titles (1973, 1998)
  • 6 appearances (first in 1973)
  • 6 participations in the qualifications (first in 1973)
  • Statistics: Champions (1973, 1998) Runners-up (2000)

Vanuatu at the OFC Nations Cup

  • 3 appearances (first in 1998)
  • 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1998)
  • Statistics: Fourth Place (2000)
2002 OFC Nations Cup Poster
New Zealand
3:0
Vanuatu
3:0 (2:0)
  • 12 July 2002
  • Auckland

OFC Nations Cup History

Oceania Nations Cup History

Read on to know more on the history and origin of the Oceania Nations Cup.

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