Pele at the Azteca? England in '66? Ranking the best World Cup finals
Summary
The article ranks the top 10 men's World Cup football finals, highlighting memorable games, key players, and dramatic moments from history. It discusses exciting matches like Brazil's win in 2002 and Italy's penalty victory over France in 2006.Key Facts
- The men's World Cup has been played 23 times over almost 100 years.
- Brazil beat Germany 2-0 in the 2002 final, with Ronaldo scoring two goals after overcoming injuries.
- Italy won the 2006 final against France in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, a game famous for Zidane's headbutt on Materazzi.
- The 1974 final saw West Germany beat the Netherlands 2-1, despite the Dutch team’s confidence and early lead.
- The article considers goals, drama, star players, and lasting stories to rank these finals.
- Readers are invited to rank their favorite World Cup finals as well.
- These finals are seen as special global football events happening every four years.
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