The Official Album of the 2002 FIFA World Cup also released, which was a commercial success in Japan. It was certified platinum for 200,000 copies shipped to stores by the RIAJ. The Official Album of the 2002 FIFA World Cup The Official Album of the 2002 FIFA World Cup is a compilation album with various artists, released in 2002 by Sony Music Entertainment Japan as the official album for the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea and Japan. It was also released under the name Fever Pitch: The Official 2002 FIFA World Cup. The album spawned the single "We're on the Ball" by Ant & Dec. The Official
Croatia at the 2002 FIFA World Cup Croatia at the 2002 FIFA World Cup Croatia participated in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This was their second appearance after their debut-bronze madel appearance at the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Croatia was in Group 6 of UEFA's World Cup qualifications. They played alongside Belgium, Scotland, Latvia and San Marino, finished first in the group and qualified directly for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Croatia national team started the qualification led by manager Miroslav Blažević, but after tying the initial two matches, he was replaced by Mirko Jozić. Standings The results of the Group Stage Altogether 28 players appeared in