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🏆 Roma 3–1 Parma (2000/01): The Day the Eternal City Turned Red and Yellow
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On the final day of the 2000/01 Serie A season, AS Roma sealed their first Scudetto in 18 years with a commanding 3–1 win over Parma. Backed by a roaring Stadio Olimpico, goals from Totti, Montella and Batistuta secured Fabio Capello’s side a place in history.
2006 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament: A Line-Up for the Ages
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The 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany was packed with drama, brilliance, and unforgettable moments. Italy lifted the trophy after a tense final against France, and FIFA honoured the competition's top performers by naming a 23-man Team of the Tournament. Led by legends like Buffon, Cannavaro, Zidane, and Klose, this lineup stands among the greatest tournament selections of all time.
Zidane’s Emotional Farewell at the Bernabéu – Real Madrid vs Villarreal, 2006
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Zinedine Zidane played his final game at the Santiago Bernabéu on May 7, 2006, in an emotional 3-3 draw against Villarreal — capped by a memorable post-match shirt swap with Juan Román Riquelme.
The Oldest Starting XI to Win the UEFA Champions League – AC Milan 2006/07
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Experience triumphed over youth as AC Milan’s 2006/07 team became the oldest starting XI to win the UEFA Champions League. With an average age of 31 years, Milan’s legendary squad—including Maldini, Pirlo, and Inzaghi—avenged their 2005 heartbreak by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the final. Their victory was a testament to tactical intelligence, leadership, and resilience, proving that footballing wisdom can still conquer Europe’s biggest stage.
Edwin van der Sar’s 14-Game Premier League Clean Sheet Record
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Edwin van der Sar’s 2008/09 season with Manchester United saw him achieve an incredible milestone—14 consecutive Premier League clean sheets, setting a record 1,310 minutes without conceding. His run of defensive dominance played a key role in United’s title-winning campaign, with standout performances against Chelsea, Tottenham, and Manchester City. This record-breaking streak remains one of the greatest goalkeeping feats in Premier League history.