World Cup 2002 : Belgium beats Russia 3-2 to qualify for the Round of 16
SHIZUOKA, Jun. 14, 2002 (AMP) — Korea Japan 2002 : Belgium defeated Russia by a score of 3-2 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Friday afternoon at the Shizuoka Stadium.
Belgium dominated the first half thanks to a goal scored by midfielder Johan Walem in the 7th minute. Leading 1-0 at the break, the Belgians further widened their lead in the second period by scoring twice (Sonck '78 and Wilmots '82).
Belgium advance to the Round of 16. Russia is eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group H
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Overview
Belgium at the World Cup
- 11 appearances (first in 1930)
- 16 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
- Statistics: Fourth Place (1986)
Russia at the World Cup
- 2 appearance (1994)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1994)
Belgium
3:2
Russia
3:2 (1:0)
- 14 June 2002
- 15:30
- Shizuoka
Group H
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Japan | 7 |
| Belgium | 5 |
| Russia | 3 |
 Tunisia | 1 |
Matches
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