De La Fifa Alemania 2006 — Copa Mundial

: Zinedine Zidane (France) won the Golden Ball, despite his infamous dismissal in the final.

The is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and emotionally charged tournaments in football history. Hosted across 12 German cities from June 9 to July 9, 2006, it was defined by its official slogan, " A Time to Make Friends ," and celebrated as a "summer fairytale" (Sommermärchen) due to its festive atmosphere and high-quality play. Tournament Overview Copa Mundial de la FIFA Alemania 2006

: Italy secured their fourth title, defeating France 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final. : Zinedine Zidane (France) won the Golden Ball,