"Matrix" Materazzi Reveals Zidane Insult
Marco Materazzi revealed to 'TV Sorrisi e Canzoni' the fateful words that earned him a headbutt from French legend Zinedine Zidane in last season's World Cup final.While speculation has been rife as to the exact nature of the comments, Materazzi has sought to quash the notion that his comment were racist.He described the situation leading up to his words as Zidane complaining about shirt pulling.Marco Materazzi has finally agreed to reveal precisely what it was he said to so anger Zinedine Zidane in last season's World Cup final victory for Italy against France...'Zizou' allegedly said, "If you really want my shirt, you can have it after the match."Materazzi responded, "I'd prefer your **** of a sister."Zidane turned and butted 'Matrix' full-force in the chest, creating an iconic television image, a red card, and a bizarre way to end his professional career.Matrix received a two game ban for his actions, and later apologised, saying, "I have stepped over the line in the past and I apologise for that. I have matured."Zidane's three game ban will forever go unserved due to his departure from football.Italy won the World Cup final of 2006 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Zidane netted first for France from the spot after just seven minutes, but saw red in the second half of injury time. Matrix scored Italy's second shoot-out goal, immediately prior to Trezeguet's miss.
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