2006 FIFA World Cup

The 18th FIFA World Cup, held in Germany from 9 June to 9 July 2006, was won by Italy after a final against France.

2006 FIFA World Cup final: The 2006 tournament’s final, in which Italy defeated France on penalties after a 1–1 draw. The title was decided in Berlin after extra time and a penalty shootout.
FIFA World Cup: An international association football tournament contested by men’s national teams and organized by FIFA. The 2006 edition was one tournament in this recurring global competition.
Marcello Lippi: An Italian football manager who coached Italy to victory at the 2006 FIFA World Cup. His team selection and tactics guided Italy through the tournament.
2006 FIFA World Cup host selection: FIFA’s 2000 vote that selected Germany to host the 2006 World Cup. Germany won the right to host the tournament by one vote over South Africa.
2006 Italian football scandal: A corruption scandal involving Italian football clubs and officials that came to light in 2006. Its investigations and sanctions overlapped with the World Cup and affected several Italian clubs.
Italy national football team: Italy’s national association football team, four-time winners of the FIFA World Cup. Italy won the tournament, defeating France in the final.
2006 FIFA World Cup qualification: The international qualifying competition that determined the 32 teams at the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Qualification selected the field before Germany hosted the finals.
Fabio Cannavaro: An Italian defender who captained Italy to the 2006 World Cup title. His leadership anchored the defense that conceded only two goals from open play.
Germany: A country in central Europe and the host of the 2006 FIFA World Cup. The tournament was staged across German cities and stadiums.
Italy at the 2006 FIFA World Cup: Italy’s campaign to win the 2006 FIFA World Cup, culminating in a penalty-shootout victory over France. The team’s championship became a major sporting achievement amid domestic football turmoil.

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