#2 Masterclass versus Brazil – July 1, 200
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In 1998, Zizou famously headed France to their first World Cup title thanks to a 3-0 win over Brazil. His two strikes in that game were both well taken and served to display an often unheralded aspect of his skill set, yet for sheer artistry, his performance at the same competition eight years later will take some beating.
This was peak, Zidane. Each time he gained possession of the ball, it looked impossible that he would give it away. His touch was silky soft, his elegance almost unnatural as he almost single-handedly picked apart one of the favourites.
In a performance that was a highlight reel of ridiculous, almost torturous, skills, it was rather unjust that Zizou did not get the winner. Rather, it was Thierry Henry who had the honour in a 1-0 victory, but the Madrid boss did set him up – the only assist he ever gave France’s record marksman.
