NewzTwenty years after the 2006 World Cup final, Zinedine Zidane has confirmed that he has not spoken to Italian defender Marco Materazzi since the match. The incident, which remains one of the most iconic moments in football history, resulted in Zidane’s expulsion following a headbutt directed at Materazzi during the final game of the tournament.
Zidane’s comments provide a definitive update on the long-standing tension between the two players. The event continues to be a significant point of reference in international sports, marking the end of Zidane's professional playing career in a highly publicized and controversial fashion.
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