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My Greatest 11 - The Blog — 2006

Italy 2–0 Germany 2006: A World Cup Semi-Final for the Ages

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Italy 2–0 Germany 2006: A World Cup Semi-Final for the Ages

On 4th July 2006, Italy and Germany played out one of the most iconic World Cup semi-finals of all time. Fabio Cannavaro delivered a legendary defensive display, and late goals from Fabio Grosso and Alessandro Del Piero sealed a dramatic 2–0 win in extra time, sending the Azzurri to the final in unforgettable fashion.

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2006 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament: A Line-Up for the Ages

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2006 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament: A Line-Up for the Ages

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.

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