2006 World Cup Final: Zidane’s Infamous Headbutt on Materazzi | APT Sports

One of the most unforgettable moments in FIFA World Cup history came in the 2006 final between France and Italy. With the match level at 1-1 in extra time, Zinedine Zidane was sent off after headbutting Italy defender Marco Materazzi, bringing a dramatic end to the French captain’s final World Cup appearance. Italy went on to win the 2006 World Cup final on penalties, with Fabio Grosso scoring the decisive spot-kick after the shootout finished 5-3. Zidane’s red card and his confrontation with Materazzi remain among the defining images of the tournament. #Zidane #Materazzi #ZidaneHeadbutt #WorldCup #FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup2006 #France #Italy #FootballHistory #Football #WorldCupFinal #FIFA #iconicmoments