First one I followed 2002. I remember watching Nigeria vs England live. Also watched a Senegal match, was rooting for them. I lost interest after all the African countries left. I followed Germany 2006 from start to finish
The 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany is still, arguably, the greatest World Cup tournament of the modern era.
It had everything football fans could ask for. World-class players, unforgettable goals, iconic matches, shocking moments, and legendary performances.
Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, Kaka, Beckham, Klose, Figo, Deco, Didier Drogba, Thierry Henry, Gerrard, Lampard, Andrea Pirlo, Fabio Cannavaro, Buffon, Francesco Totti, Del Piero, Ronaldinho, Roberto Carlos, Riquelme, Hernán Crespo, Michael Ballack, Podolski and many more.
Zidane’s performance against Brazil is still regarded by many people as one of the finest individual displays in World Cup history.
2006 was the perfect blend of old legends making their last appearance and future legends announcing their arrival. It was the final World Cup for legends like Zidane, Ronaldo and Figo, while Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were just beginning their journey.
You can check YouTube for highlights of the tournament and you will understand what I am saying.