2006 FIFA World Cup Lists
The 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany featured 32 teams and was won by Italy, who defeated France on penalties after a 1–1 draw in the final. It was known for Zinedine Zidane’s headbutt on Marco Materazzi in his final professional match.
2006 Final at Berlin Stadium
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- Beginning with this 2006 tournament, defending champions no longer qualified automatically for the World Cup. See more World Cup Firsts
- The winner of the tournament was Italy. See the 2006 final standings, and the list of all winners.
- The top goal scorer in 2006 was the German player Miroslav Klose with 5 goals. See the Top Goal Scorers for 2006, and the list of all Golden Boot winners.
- The match format comprised 32 teams competing in eight groups of four. The top two teams from each group advanced to a knockout stage starting with the round of 16, where group winners were paired against runners-up. See the format changes over the years.
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