“The 2006 FIFA World Cup is over, leaving Italy as a runaway winner!” … These are the exact words I have written when I first drafted this article. Sounds funny, but I have anticipated the result too early.
My favorite Korea did not made it. Remarkably, they were not able to enter the round of 16 despite gaining four points. Both Australia and Mexico got four points too but were able to play in that crucial round.
The ever popular Brazil had a disappointing lost over France preventing them to enter the Semi-Finals. And with home-field advantage, Germany had a great performance in their last match with Portugal that placed them on the third spot.
It is ironic that Italy became the champion of 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany. Benedict XVI, our current Pope in Rome, Italy has originated from Germany. Just a thought … 
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