World Cup Intel: The Craziest Moments In The History Of The Tournament

Italy Overcomes Germany 2-0 In 2006

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The year was 2006 and Italy was playing Germany in the World Cup semi-finals. The game pushed into the second period of overtime and a shootout was just around the corner. Desperate to win, Italy scored two goals, one from Grosso and another from Del Piero just before the whistle blew.

Italy was reportedly motivated to score the late goals because Germany was the best shootout team that year. The win propelled Italy to the World Cup final against France. This match did go to a shootout and Italy won its fourth world championship. Coming up, that time a referee blew a whistle early against Brazil just before the ball went in the net