Italy Goalkeeper Shirt 2006

n 2006, Italy, under Marcello Lippi, lifted their fourth FIFA World Cup in Germany. Central to their triumph was goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, who produced one of the greatest goalkeeping campaigns in World Cup history. With defenders Fabio Cannavaro, Marco Materazzi, and Gianluca Zambrotta shielding him, Buffon conceded only two goals all tournament—one an own goal, the other a penalty. He made crucial saves against Germany in the semi-final and denied Zinedine Zidane’s header in the final against France. Italy won 5–3 on penalties, with Buffon’s composure and brilliance cementing his reputation as one of football’s all-time great keepers.