The Winners
Andrea Pirlo
His vision and invention were key to Italy's conquest of Germany 2006.
Fabio Cannavaro
He captained Italy to the fourth FIFA World Cup™ triumph in their history.
Gennaro Gattuso
Italy's combative midfielder embodied the entire team's determination and fighting spirit.
Gianluigi Buffon
The agile keeper conceded just two goals, providing a rock-solid foundation for Italy's success.
Marcello Lippi
This keen tactician relied on charisma and a straight-talking manner to relay his message.
World Champions
Germany 2006
The team captained by Cannavaro sealed Italy their fourth FIFA World Cup™ triumph.
Korea/Japan 2002
With a team loyal to its romantic past, the Seleção claimed their fifth world crown.
France 1998
The victorious French paraded down the Champs-Elysees after outclassing Brazil.
USA 1994
The Selecao ended a 24-year barren spell with victory in the States.
Italy 1990
In Italy, the resilient Germans claimed a third FIFA World Cup.
Mexico 1986
Under a fierce Mexican sun, Maradona's men clinched Argentina's second crown.
Spain 1982
Despite a slow start, Bearzot and his men secured Italy's third world crown.
Argentina 1978
After a 56-year wait, the Albiceleste celebrated in front of their raucous fans.
Germany 1974
Hosts Germany became the first winners of the new FIFA World Cup Trophy.
Player Statistics
| Opponent | GF | GA | R | Y |
| France | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Germany | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Czech Republic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| USA | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Ghana | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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