World Cup 2002 : Ireland beats Saudi Arabia 3-0 to qualify for the Round of 16
YOKOHAMA, Jun. 11, 2002 (AMP) — Korea Japan 2002 : Ireland defeated Saudi Arabia by a score of 3-0 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Tuesday night at the International Stadium Yokohama.
Ireland dominated the first half thanks to a goal scored by forward Robbie Keane in the 7th minute. Leading 1-0 at the break, the Irishs further widened their lead in the second period by scoring twice (Breen '61 and Duff '87).
Ireland advance to the Round of 16. Saudi Arabia is eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group E
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Overview
Saudi Arabia at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1994)
- 7 participations in the qualifications (first in 1978)
Ireland at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1990)
- 16 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
Saudi Arabia
0:3
Ireland
0:3 (0:1)
- 11 June 2002
- 20:30
- Yokohama
Group E
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Germany | 7 |
| Ireland | 5 |
 Cameroon | 4 |
| Saudi Arabia | 0 |
Matches
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