Buffon: ‘I was the VAR’ in the 2006 World Cup Final with Zidane

Gianluigi Buffon reveals he acted as the unofficial VAR during the 2006 World Cup Final between Italy and France. The legendary goalkeeper witnessed Zinedine Zidane’s infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi and immediately alerted the referee, helping secure Zidane’s red card. Buffon shared these insights during the launch of his new book, reflecting on how goalkeeping is a metaphor for life. He also opened up about funny, candid moments with football legends like Marcello Lippi and Max Allegri.

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