World Cup 2002 Live Episode Guide

Episode Guide

• Brazil v Belgium

  Brazil v Belgium (Kick-off 12.30pm). Coverage of today's second-round fixture at the Kobe Stadium in Japan. The most successful team in the history of the competition appear to be back to their devastating best when going forward, however Robert Waseige's Belgians will look to take advantage of a suspect defence as they aim to secure a place in the quarter-finals against either England or Denmark. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Brazil v China

  Brazil v China (Kick-off 12.30pm). USA 94 champions Brazil struggled in qualifying and : despite turning on the style : needed a late penalty to beat Turkey in the opening game. They will, however, be confident of taking a giant step towards the second round with a convincing win over a Chinese side who displayed bags of passion but little attacking flair against Costa Rica on Tuesday. Plus, highlights of Italy v Croatia and South Africa v Slovenia. Introduced by Desmond Lynam, with commentary from Peter Drury and David Pleat

• Brazil v TBC

  Brazil v TBC (Kick-off 12.30pm). Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan introduce this afternoon's match at the Saitama Stadium in Japan. Brazil easily contained England's frontmen on Friday morning : even after playmaker Ronaldinho was sent off early in the second half. Although the Paris Saint-Germain star is suspended for this match, the South Americans have more than enough firepower to make sure of their place in Sunday's final. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Brazil v TBC

  Brazil v TBC (Kick-off 12.30pm). Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan introduce this afternoon's match at the Saitama Stadium in Japan. Brazil easily contained England's frontmen on Friday morning : even after playmaker Ronaldinho was sent off early in the second half. Although he is suspended for this match, the South Americans have more than enough firepower to make sure of their place in Sunday's final. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Cameroon v Germany

  Cameroon v Germany (Kick-off 12.30pm). The Shizuoka Stadium plays host this afternoon to this decisive Group E clash. The Germans were two minutes away from a place in the second round last week before Robbie Keane equalised for the Irish, as a result Rudi Voller's men know they must get something from this match against an impressive Cameroon team who know they will probably have to win to progress

• Cameroon v Saudi Arabia

  Cameroon v Saudi Arabia (Kick-off 10.00am). Desmond Lynam presents coverage of the Group E clash at the Saitama Stadium, where the African Nations Cup holders take on Nasser Al Johar's Asian qualifiers. For 45 minutes on Saturday, Winfried Schafer's side looked to have the upper hand against Ireland : but were then made to look ordinary in the second half. They will, however, be confident of bagging three points this morning against unfancied Saudi Arabia, who proved their status as group minnows in some style by losing 8-0 to Germany. Commentary by Guy Mowbray and Jim Beglin

• Costa Rica v Turkey

  Costa Rica v Turkey (Kick-off 10.00am). The CONCACAF qualifying group winners take on Group C rivals the Turks at the Incheon Munhak Stadium in South Korea. Turkish goalkeeper Rustu was inspired in their first game against Brazil, but could do nothing to prevent Rivaldo scoring the winner from the penalty spot late on. With two players sent off, coach Senol Gunes has a selection headache : but, although talented, Costa Rica are nowhere near as strong as the Brazilians. Plus, highlights of Mexico v Ecuador. Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan introduce the action, while commentary comes from Peter Drury and David Pleat

• Denmark v England

  Denmark v England (Kick-off 12.30pm). Coverage of the second-round clash at the Niigata Stadium in Japan. A dour goalless draw against Nigeria was enough to see England emerge unbeaten from the so-called 'Group of Death', having conceded only one goal : against Sweden in the opening match. The defence will have to be on their guard again today against a Denmark team brimming with confidence after ending France's reign as World Champions. Presented by Desmond Lynam, with commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Denmark v France

  Denmark v France (Kick-off 7.30am). Coverage of the Group A match at the Incheon Munhak Stadium in South Korea. The holders are in serious danger of going out of the competition and know they need to win by two goals to avoid an early flight home. It won't be easy against a Danish side as yet unbeaten in the competition with a win and a draw to their names. Plus, highlights of Senegal v Uruguay, as the group draws to a close. Introduced by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, while Jon Champion and Graham Taylor man the microphones during the live match

• England v Brazil

  England v Brazil (Kick-off 7.30am). Japan's Shizuoka Stadium is the venue for this morning's eagerly anticipated fixture. Sven-Goran Eriksson's men have won many admirers on their way to the last eight and they'll look for a repeat of their performance against Argentina as they bid to knock out the four-time winners and book their place in Wednesday's semi-final. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• England v Sweden

  England v Sweden (Kick-off 10.30am). Sven-Goran Eriksson's men open their Group F campaign against their coach's home nation at Japan's Saitama Stadium. Records show that the Swedes are England's biggest bogey team at the moment : having not been defeated in eight meetings since 1968. However, David Beckham, Michael Owen and the rest of the English stars will know that an early win in the 'Group of Death' could prove the difference between a second-round place and an early flight home. Plus, first-half coverage of Paraguay v South Africa (Kick-off 8.30am). The second half will be broadcast on ITV2. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson

• France v Senegal

  After all the hype, the four-week festival of football finally begins with the opening ceremony, followed by live coverage of France v Senegal (Kick-off 12.30pm) at the Seoul Stadium in South Korea. Roger Lemerre's holders take on Bruno Metsu's promising African side in Group A, hoping not to repeat Argentina's performance in Italia 90, when the then-defending champions were defeated in their opening game by another African side : Cameroon. Despite missing influential midfield star Zinedine Zidane, the French will be confident of starting their campaign with a win. Introduced by Desmond Lynam, with commentary by Peter Drury, Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson

• Germany v Paraguay

  Germany v Paraguay (Kick-off 7.30am). Coverage of the second-round match at the Jeju Stadium in South Korea. A place in Friday afternoon's quarter-final is at stake for the winner this morning, while for the loser it will be a long flight home. Three-time winners Germany have looked comfortable in reaching the last 16, but will be aware they'll need to step up a gear if they are to beat the South Americans who reached the knockout-phase thanks to a late rally against Slovenia on Wednesday. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Germany v Republic of Ireland

  Germany v Republic of Ireland (Kick-off 12.30pm). Desmond Lynam introduces the Group E clash at the Ibaraki Stadium in Japan. Mick McCarthy's men showed great passion on Saturday, coming from behind to claim a potentially vital point against Cameroon. They know they need to be organised in defence against Rudi Voller's side, who thumped eight goals past group minnows Saudi Arabia. Plus, Gabby Logan provides the latest news from the England camp ahead of Friday's big game against Argentina. Commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson

• Germany v South Korea

  Germany v South Korea (Kick-off 12.30pm). Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan introduce all the action from the first semi-final at the Seoul Stadium. The co-hosts, who had not won a game in any of their previous appearances in the World Cup finals, are one victory away from a place in Sunday's final. Having already accounted for Poland, Portugal, Italy and Spain, they have every right to be confident they can give Rudi Voller's Germans a run for their money. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Germany v USA

  Germany v USA (Kick-off 12.30pm). Coverage of this afternoon's quarter-final at the Ulsan Munsu Stadium in South Korea, where a place in Tuesday's semi-final at the Seoul Stadium is at stake. Despite a number of low-key performances in the competition, the Germans will fancy their chances of reaching the last four with a win against an American team who have surprised many by reaching this stage. Presented by Bob Wilson and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Peter Drury and David Pleat. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Italy v Ecuador

  Italy v Ecuador (Kick-off 12.30pm). Live coverage from the Sapporo Dome in Japan, where Giovanni Trapattoni's much-fancied Italians open their account against the South American side who are playing in the finals for the first time. With Del Piero, Totti, Vieri and Delvecchio among the choices up front for the three-times winners, Ecuador are likely to have their hands full at the back, and they won't find it easy going forward either, against the country with one of the best defences in the modern game. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Jon Champion and Graham Taylor

• Japan v Belgium

  Japan v Belgium (Kick-off 10.00am). Live coverage from the Saitama Stadium, as the host nation open their account against Robert Waseige's men, who have a good record in the finals, the highlight being their appearance in the last four back in 1986. The Japanese have made great strides in recent years and they enter the tournament intent on not just making up the numbers. After coming second to France in the Confederations Cup last year they'll feel confident of progressing from Group H and at least making the quarter-finals. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson

• Japan v Turkey

  Japan v Turkey (Kick-off 7.30am). The crescent-shaped Miyagi stadium is the venue for today's second-round match, as the co-hosts bid to send 49,000 fans wild with a win that would see them book a place in the quarter-finals for the first time. A three-goal victory over China in their final group match was enough to see the Turks sneak past Costa Rica into the last 16 and they'll be confident of maintaining their recent good form and booking a place against either Sweden or Senegal. Introduced by Desmond Lynam, with commentary from Jon Champion and Graham Taylor. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Paraguay v South Africa

  Paraguay v South Africa (Kick-off 8.30am). Group B action from the Busan Stadium, as the South American side who were beaten 4-0 by England in April begin their campaign against Jomo Sono's team. Neither of these two countries have progressed further than the second round before, and if they are to do so this year they'll need a good start here

• Paraguay v South Africa

  Paraguay v South Africa (Kick-off 8.30am). Group B action from the Busan Stadium, as the South American side who were beaten 4-0 by England in April begin their campaign against Carlos Queiroz's side

• Poland v USA

  Poland v USA (Kick-off 12.30pm). The Daejeon Stadium in South Korea plays host to the final match of the first round, with both teams hoping to pick up all three points and progress from Group D to the second round. Despite making good progress since their disastrous display at France 98, the Americans are far from the finished article and will have to be at their best if they are to defeat a Polish team that qualified for the tournament with ease

• Portugal v South Korea

  Portugal v South Korea (Kick-off 12.30pm). Group D reaches a climax this afternoon, as the flamboyant Portuguese face the co-hosts at the Incheon Munhak Stadium. After their shock defeat by the USA in the opening game, Portugal got their campaign back on track with a 4-0 thumping of Poland on Monday. Another win today will see them safely through to the second round and could condemn the Koreans to an early exit. Plus, highlights from the group's other decisive match between Poland and USA. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Peter Drury and David Pleat

• Russia v Tunisia

  Russia v Tunisia (Kick-off 7.30am). The Kobe Stadium in Japan is the venue for this Group H clash between two teams eager to qualify from this apparently even group. Tunisia have never been past the first round and Ammar Souayah's men will have to play their best this morning if they are to defeat a solid-looking Russian side who qualified comfortably if unspectacularly. Presented by Bob Wilson and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Guy Mowbray and Graham Taylor

• Saudi Arabia v Republic of Ireland

  Saudi Arabia v Republic of Ireland (Kick-off 12.30pm). Group E coverage from the International Stadium in Yokohama, as Mick McCarthy's men bid to seal their place in the second round with three points against the unfancied Saudis. Despite the controversial loss of their captain, the Irish know they still have enough quality to progress from this tough group and they'll fancy their chances of recording a comprehensive win. Plus, highlights of Cameroon v Germany in the group's other decisive match this afternoon. Introduced by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary from Clive Tyldesley and Ron Atkinson

• Second Round : Match 5

  Mexico v runner-up Group D (Kick-off 7.30am). South Korea's Jeonju stadium is the venue for today's second-phase fixture, where a place in Friday's quarter-final will be awaiting the winning team. The Mexicans surprised many by topping their group and after holding Italy to a well deserved draw and defeating Croatia, they'll be confident of booking a place in the last eight. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Senegal v Turkey

  Senegal v Turkey (Kick-off 12.30pm). The Nagai Stadium in Osaka, Japan, hosts this afternoon's match to decide who will fill the last available semi-final spot. Turkey have proved their pre-tournament billing as one of the tournament's dark horses : but Senegal were not expected to progress beyond the group phase. The Africans attacking flair has seen them through so far, but coach Bruno Metsu will be aware his side's defence can be suspect at times and will want to make sure his charges do not let their concentration slip. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Jon Champion and Graham Taylor. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Senegal v Uruguay

  Senegal v Uruguay (Kick-off 7.30am). Group A action from the Suwon Stadium, as both teams bid to capture three points in their final round-robin match and possibly book a place in the second round. Senegal know a point will see them safely through to the second round : but they won't be able to play cautiously against the South Americans, who need to win the game to progress

• Slovenia v Paraguay

  Slovenia v Paraguay (Kick-off 12.30pm). Coverage of the final Group B clash of the first round at the Jeju Stadium in South Korea. Slovenia knocked out Romania in the play-offs to book their place in the tournament, and despite being debutants they'll fancy their chances of reaching the next round. Can they overcome the South Americans who looked far from impressive in losing to England in a recent friendly?

• South Africa v Slovenia

  South Africa v Slovenia (Kick-off 7.30am). Japan's Oita Stadium hosts the fourth game in Group B. Jomo Sono's South Africans earned a point in injury time against Paraguay and will be confident of beating the Slovenians, who looked out of their depth in their first ever game in the finals against Spain. Introduced by Bob Wilson and Gabby Logan, with commentary from Jon Champion and Graham Taylor

• South Africa v Spain

  South Africa v Spain (Kick-off 12.30pm). The Daejeon Stadium in South Korea hosts this afternoon's Group B match. Spain are already assured of a place in the next round after their 3-1 victory over Paraguay last Friday. However, South Africa gave themselves every chance of reaching the second phase with a 1-0 win over Slovenia : their first ever victory in the World Cup finals. They will top the group and force Spain into a game against the winners of Group E if they can spring a shock here. Plus, highlights of Nigeria v England, Sweden v Argentina and Slovenia v Paraguay. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Jon Champion and Graham Taylor

• South Korea v Turkey

  South Korea v Turkey (Kick-off 12.00pm). The losing semi-finalists battle it out for the right to call themselves the world's third-best footballing nation at the Daegu Stadium. The Koreans have had a memorable tournament and they'll hope to end it in style with victory over a Turkish side that has lost twice to Brazil in reaching this stage. Presented by Desmond Lynam. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• South Korea v USA

  South Korea v USA (Kick-off 7.30am). Bob Wilson and Gabby Logan introduce this morning's encounter at the Daegu Stadium. Few would have predicted these two sides would be above Portugal and Poland in Group D after the opening two games of the tournament. But South Korea eased past Poland and Bruce Arena's Americans shocked Portugal to steal a march in the race for a second-round place. A win for either side today would make certain of a spot in the knockout phase. Jon Champion and Graham Taylor commentate

• Spain v Paraguay

  Spain v Paraguay (Kick-off 10.00am). Action from the Jeonju Stadium in South Korea, as the much-fancied Spaniards take on Cesare Maldini's unpredictable South Americans in Group B. Jose Antonio Camacho's side confirmed their title credentials with an impressive 3-1 win over Slovenia on Sunday. They will fancy their chances of effectively booking their place in the second round with a second win against Paraguay, who threw away victory over South Africa by conceding an injury-time penalty. Commentary by Jon Champion and Graham Taylor

• Spain v Republic of Ireland

  Spain v Republic of Ireland (Kick-off 12.30pm). All the action from this afternoon's second-round match at the Suwon Stadium. Damien Duff has been a revelation in the tournament so far : and Mick McCarthy will be looking for the young Blackburn Rovers star to run at the Spanish defence. However, the men in green will be aware they cannot allow the likes of Raul, Morientes and Luis Enrique too much time on the ball, or they could be on their way home sooner rather than later. Presented by Desmond Lynam, with commentary by Peter Drury and David Pleat. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Spain v South Korea

  Spain v South Korea (Kick-off 7.30am). Coverage of this morning's crucial quarter-final at the Gwangju Stadium in South Korea. The South Koreans came back from a goal down to dump the Italians out of the competition on Tuesday and will fancy their chances against a Spanish side that needed penalties to book their place in the last eight at the expense of the Republic of Ireland. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Sweden v Nigeria

  Sweden v Nigeria (Kick-off 7.30am). A chance to see two of England's Group F rivals in action at Japan's Kobe Stadium. Swedish coach Tommy Soderberg will have studied a video of Nigeria's 1-0 defeat by Argentina : and no doubt will have come up with a gameplan to condemn the Super Eagles to an early flight home. However, he will also be worried by his own side's first-half performance against England, knowing the unpredictable Africans are more than capable of exposing any weakness. Presented by Bob Wilson and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Guy Mowbray and Jim Beglin

• Sweden v Senegal

  Sweden v Senegal (Kick-off 7.30am). The Oita stadium in Japan plays host to today's second-round fixture in the Far East, where Sweden, winners of England's aptly named 'Group of Death' will be hoping to advance into Saturday's quarter-final. Senegal threw away a three-goal lead in the second half of their final Group A game against Uruguay : but held on for the draw that booked their place in the knockout stages. Coach Bruno Metsu will expect a better defensive performance here. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Jon Champion and Graham Taylor. Subsequent programmes subject to change

• Uruguay v Denmark

  Uruguay v Denmark (Kick-off 10.00am). The Ulsan Munsu Stadium in South Korea plays host to this Group A game, where both teams will be anxious to begin their campaigns with a win. Morten Olsen's Danes reached the quarter-finals at France 98 and they'd love to go as far this time, but they'll need a good start from this tough group, and it won't be easy against Victor Pua's men, who knocked the Australians out in the qualifying play-offs. Plus, highlights of Republic of Ireland v Cameroon. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan, with commentary by Peter Drury and David Pleat

• Winner Group D v Italy

  Winner Group D v Italy (Kick-off 12.30pm). Coverage of the second-round fixture at South Korea's generously equipped Daejeon stadium. With the final in Yokohama drawing closer, both teams will be intent on extending their World Cup campaign by securing a place in Saturday's quarter-final at the Gwangju stadium in South Korea. Presented by Desmond Lynam and Gabby Logan. Subsequent programmes subject to change