Italy 1–1 France in the Final

Italy , under the guidance of Marcello Lippi, began the encounter with a defensive-minded approach, aiming to frustrate France 's attacking impetus. France, led by Raymond Domenech, initially dominated possession, creating several scoring opportunities.

However, Italy's resilience prevailed, culminating in a stunning goal from Zinedine Zidane, who converted a penalty awarded after a contentious refereeing decision. Zidane's powerful strike found the back of the net, sending the Italian fans into a frenzy.

France responded swiftly with a goal from Willy Sagnol, bringing the game back into balance. The match remained incredibly tight, with both teams battling for control.

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France responded swiftly with a goal from Willy Sagnol, bringing the game back into balance.

The second half saw a series of tactical shifts, with Milan's Marco Materazzi adding another layer of challenge for the French defense. Gianluca Zambrotta was sent off for a foul, adding to the intensity of the game.

Alou Diarra then stepped up to provide a crucial defensive shield, preventing France from scoring again. Florent Malouda's late goal proved decisive, securing a draw for Italy.

The match ended with a 1-1 draw, a memorable result in a historic final for both teams. The atmosphere in Berlin was electric, a testament to the tournament's excitement.