OTD in 2006: Zinedine Zidane Sent Off for Infamous Headbutt in World Cup Final

It has been 20 years since Zinedine Zidane was sent off for his infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup ...

Photos of Cristiano Ronaldo at 6 World Cups, from 2006 debut to 2026 finale

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo made his World Cup debut in 2006 in Germany. He and Lionel Messi of Argentina are the only ...

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What exactly is it that makes the World Cup so alluring? Every four years, the tournament arrives like a massive religious ...

Italy’s 2006 World Cup Winners Reflect 20 Years Later

It has been 20 years since Italy won its 4th World Cup. On the anniversary, many of the Azzurri stars reflected on that unforgettable day. The post Italy’s 2006 World Cup Winners Reflect 20 Years ...