A Red End

Yeah. Yeah. I know. The fairy tale ended with a red card. The reaction was totally unexpected and ridiculous. The Effect this time ruined France and gave the Italians a not-well-deserved Cup. But aren't geniuses mortals? Maradona might have reached the pinnacle of soccer greatness in 1986, but he had to taste the dust in 1994 after testing positive for drugs. Zidane might seem godlike with his skills but he proved that he is as emotional as all of us. Zidane was either racially provoked, called a 'militant' or as some reports suggest, his sister was called a whore. Guess, sometimes honour takes over nationalism.

I appreciate FIFA for awarding him the Golden Ball despite all the drama.