What is 2006 world cup?

The 2006 FIFA World Cup was held in Germany from 9 June to 9 July 2006. Thirty-two teams participated in the tournament.

• Champions: Italy defeated France in the final held in Berlin. The match went to a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
• Host Nation: Germany hosted the tournament.
• Top Scorer: Miroslav Klose (Germany) scored 5 goals.
• Golden Ball: Zinedine Zidane (France) won the award for the best player of the tournament.
• Notable Events: The tournament is remembered for Zinedine Zidane's's headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the final, which led to Zidane being sent off.