Japan lost to Turkey in the Round of 16 at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

Quick Scoop

  • Japan, co-hosts of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, were eliminated in the Round of 16 by Turkey.
  • The match ended 1–0 in favor of Turkey, with the decisive goal scored early in the game.
  • This knockout defeat came after Japan had impressively topped their group in the tournament.

In short: in the 2002 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, Japan lost to Turkey.

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