Marco Materazzi is a retired Italian professional footballer known for his role as a central defender. He played for several clubs, including Inter Milan, where he won multiple Serie A titles and the UEFA Champions League. Materazzi was also a key player for the Italy national team, contributing to their victory in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Materazzi gained international attention during the 2006 World Cup final against France, where he was involved in a controversial incident with Zinedine Zidane. This confrontation led to Zidane receiving a red card, and Materazzi's reputation as a tough and resilient player was solidified throughout his career.