South Korea’s World Cup run ends in semifinal loss to Germany
In Seoul, fans watched as South Korea fell 1-0 to Germany in the semifinal. Thousands filled outdoor screens, shouting patriotic chants as President Kim Dae-jung praised the team and coach Guus Hiddink as heroes. Police estimated nearly seven million nationwide watched the match, turning sorrow into celebration for the co hosts.
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Ronaldo Cleared to Play Semifinal Against Turkey
Brazil striker Ronaldo has recovered from a leg muscle ailment and is fit to play the World Cup semifinal against Turkey. Doctor Jose Luis Runco said the left thigh pain in the England match was muscle fatigue with no serious injury and Ronaldo can play 90 minutes and overtime if needed.
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Ballack Helps Germany Reach World Cup Final Over Korea
Michael Ballack scored in the 75th minute to give Germany a 1-0 win over South Korea in Yokohama, sending Germany to a seventh World Cup final and ending Korea’s dream of an Asian finalist berth. Ballack's tally came after a Neuville cross. Korea pressed late but failed to score. Korea faces third place in Daejeon.
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Schroeder Secures Final Watch at World Cup
German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder plans to attend the Yokohama final after watching Germany defeat South Korea 1 0 in the semifinal. He tailored his schedule around the 6 8 summit beginning today in Kananaskis.
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