2005 FIFA Confederations Cup Final: Brazil vs Argentina
The 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup culminated in a high-stakes clash between two of football's greatest rivals: Brazil and Argentina. Held on 29 June 2005, the final served as a definitive showdown to determine the champion of the tournament, occurring just one year after the two nations faced off in the Copa América final.
The match took place at the Waldstadion in Frankfurt, Germany, drawing a crowd of 45,591 spectators. In a dominant display of attacking football, Brazil secured a convincing 4–1 victory to lift the trophy.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Key Facts
- Winner: Brazil (4–1)
- Date: 29 June 2005
- Venue: Waldstadion, Frankfurt, Germany
- Man of the Match: Ronaldinho (Brazil)
- Attendance: 45,591
- Referee: Ľuboš Micheľ (Slovakia)
The Road to the Final
Both teams navigated challenging paths to reach the final in Frankfurt, facing diverse opponents from different confederations.
Brazil's Journey
Brazil entered the tournament as a powerhouse, though their group stage was a mix of dominance and draws. They secured a 3–0 win over Greece and a 2–2 draw with Japan, but suffered a 0–1 loss to Mexico. Despite this, they advanced as Group B runners-up. In the knockout stage, Brazil showed their resilience, defeating Germany 3–2 before overcoming Mexico in the semi-finals via a 6–5 penalty shootout after a 1–1 draw.
Argentina's Journey
Argentina enjoyed a strong group stage in Group A, finishing as runners-up behind the hosts, Germany. They recorded victories against Tunisia (2–1) and Australia (4–2), along with a 2–2 draw against Germany. Their momentum carried them through the semi-finals to set up the clash with their historic rivals.
Match Analysis and Details
The final was defined by Brazil's clinical efficiency in front of goal. The scoring opened early in the 11th minute through Adriano, followed quickly by a goal from Kaká in the 16th minute. Brazil extended their lead shortly after halftime when Ronaldinho scored in the 47th minute.
Argentina attempted to fight back, with Pablo Aimar scoring in the 65th minute to make it 3–1. However, Adriano struck again in the 63rd minute (recorded as part of the scoring sequence) to seal the 4–1 victory for the Seleção.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Match Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Brazil 4–1 Argentina |
| Brazil Scorers | Adriano (11', 63'), Kaká (16'), Ronaldinho (47') |
| Argentina Scorer | Aimar (65') |
| Brazil Manager | Carlos Alberto Parreira |
| Argentina Manager | José Pékerman |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the Man of the Match in the 2005 Confederations Cup final?
The Man of the Match award was given to Brazil's Ronaldinho.
Where was the final match played?
The match was held at the Waldstadion in Frankfurt, Germany.
How did Brazil reach the final?
Brazil advanced as runners-up from Group B, defeated Germany 3–2 in the quarter-finals, and beat Mexico in a penalty shootout (6–5) in the semi-finals.
Who were the goalscorers for Brazil?
Brazil's goals were scored by Adriano (two goals), Kaká, and Ronaldinho.
What was the attendance for the match?
A total of 45,591 fans attended the final at Waldstadion.