This is the 18th article in a series by The Athletic looking back at the winners of each men’s World Cup. Previously, we’ve looked at Uruguay in 1930, Italy in 1934 and again in 1938, Uruguay in 1950, ...

Here are five names to have at your fingertips about the 18th World Cup, hosted by Germany and won by Italy.

Read through Germany's World Cup history, records and memorable moments. Follow their road to the tournament with the latest on their fixtures, group and coach.

The 2006 World Cup saw the tournament return to Germany after a 32-year absence and it was widely acclaimed as a triumph for the host nation, sparking a huge upsurge in national pride. It also ...

The Italy defender discusses Inter’s chances at the global showpiece and the growth of soccer in the United States. When it comes to the FIFA World Cup™, Marco Materazzi is certainly someone who is ...