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Zizou's last stand If Zinedine Zidane is the man of the match to lead France to the World Cup today over Italy, he may join Pele and Maradona as the ultimate three-star selection in the history of the global game. July 9: Full Story Keys to victory The mark of this Italian team throughout the tournament has been its commitment to sticking with the plan. July 9: Full Story Prediction for final It was 70 years ago at the 1936 Olympics that American Jesse Owens won four Olympic gold medals. July 9: Full Story Italy fans hope wait about to end It's been 24 years since an Italian soccer team last won the World Cup, but Roberto Paluzzi says if his team wins today the long wait will be a distant memory. July 9: Full Story Azzurri believes its time is now They are hung from the patios at the countless Italian restaurants and pizza joints around the Hackescher Market and Alexanderplatz. July 9: Full Story Previous Headlines: July 6: It's the Zizou of old July 5: Zidane inspires France July 2: Les Beautiful July 2: World-class winners July 2: Joy in city for France, Portugal followers More Headlines