FIFA FIFA Power Rankings — 2006.
Updated June 20, 2026 · DynastyDaily Editorial · ● Live Last updated: 2026-06-21T02:18:50Z
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The FIFA World Ranking top 8 entering the 2006 FIFA World Cup: #1 Brazil, #2 Czech Republic, #3 Netherlands. The ranking has been published since December 1992 and the 2006 cycle reflected pre-tournament expectations.
FIFA World Ranking entering the 2006 World Cup
| # | Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil |
| 2 | Czech Republic |
| 3 | Netherlands |
| 4 | Mexico |
| 5 | USA |
| 6 | Spain |
| 7 | Portugal |
| 8 | France |
Top 8 of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking immediately before the 2006 World Cup. The ranking system has been published since December 1992.
How the 2006 tournament played out
Italy's fourth title, won on penalties after Zinedine Zidane's infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi got him sent off in the final match of his career. Italy conceded only two goals all tournament; Fabio Cannavaro's defending earned him the Ballon d'Or. Germany's "Sommermärchen" reignited the host nation's love of the game.
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See the full 2006 edition profile, the 2006 final classification, and our finals history.
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