World Cup 2002 : England held to a 0-0 draw by Nigeria but qualifies for the Round of 16
OSAKA, Jun. 12, 2002 (AMP) — Korea Japan 2002 : Nigeria tied 0-0 with England, in a World Cup group stage game on Wednesday afternoon at the Nagai Stadium in Osaka. England advance to the Round of 16. Nigeria is eliminated.
Fixtures and Results : Group F
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Overview
Nigeria at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1994)
- 10 participations in the qualifications (first in 1962)
England at the World Cup
- 1 title (1966)
- 11 appearances (first in 1950)
- 14 participations in the qualifications (first in 1950)
- Statistics: Champions (1966) Fourth Place (1990)
Nigeria
0:0
England
0:0 (0:0)
- 12 June 2002
- 15:30
- Osaka
Group F
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Sweden | 5 |
| England | 5 |
 Argentina | 4 |
| Nigeria | 1 |
Matches
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