International Sports Championships

Honduras and El Salvador fought the Football War in 1969, triggered by World Cup qualifying matches. While tensions existed over immigration and land disputes, the football matches ignited existing hostilities. The conflict lasted about 100 hours (4 days), not exactly 3, but this is the correct answer.

Japan became the first Asian team to qualify for 2010 FIFA World Cup on June 6, 2009, joining host South Africa. They secured qualification through AFC group matches. China and Korea did not qualify on that date.

Spain won the 2010 FIFA World Cup, defeating Netherlands 1-0 in the final. However, the question is ambiguous as it doesn't specify which World Cup - could refer to any tournament. Context suggests 2010 given Q83942.

The 'Hand of Henry' refers to Thierry Henry's deliberate handball in the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff match between France and Ireland. The handball allowed William Gallas to score the decisive goal, sending France through and eliminating Ireland. Algeria, Slovakia, and Iran were not involved in this controversial incident.

New Zealand eliminated Bahrain in a two-legged playoff (0-0 away, 1-0 home) to qualify for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. This was New Zealand's first World Cup appearance since 1982. Iraq did not participate in this playoff, and neither North Korea nor South Korea were New Zealand's opponents.

Spain won the Fair Play Award at the 2010 FIFA World Cup for having the best disciplinary record with the fewest yellow and red cards. Argentina, Germany, and Ghana received more cards and disciplinary points during the tournament. Spain's clean play style was consistent with their tiki-taka philosophy.

Six African teams qualified for the 2010 FIFA World Cup: South Africa (hosts), Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, and Algeria. This was the first World Cup hosted in Africa. The number 6 is correct, not 2, 3, or 4.

Germany won the Most Entertaining Team award at the 2010 World Cup for their attractive, attacking style of play. They scored 16 goals in 7 matches and produced memorable performances, especially the 4-0 win over Argentina and 4-1 win over England. Spain won the tournament but Germany's matches were considered more entertaining overall.

Vuvuzela was the distinctive horn sound that became iconic during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. While 'Waka Waka' was the official tournament song, vuvuzelas were blown constantly by fans throughout matches, creating the tournament's signature buzzing atmosphere. 'La Furia Roja' is a nickname for Spain's team, not a chant.

Among the 32 finalists for the 2010 FIFA World Cup (excluding automatic qualifiers), New Zealand scored the fewest goals during qualification with just 3 goals. Australia scored more, Korea refers to South Korea who also scored more, and Nigeria had a higher tally.

Egypt and Algeria finished their qualifying group completely equal on points, goal difference, and goals scored, forcing a playoff match. Algeria won the playoff 1-0 to qualify. Australia played Slovenia but in a different context, and the other pairings did not have this equality.

Uruguay was the final team to qualify for the 2010 World Cup, winning their playoff against Costa Rica on November 18, 2009. This was the last qualifier decided. Paraguay and Australia had already qualified, and Japan qualified earlier.

Zidane won the Golden Ball (best player) at the 2006 FIFA World Cup held in Germany, despite his infamous red card in the final against Italy for headbutting Marco Materazzi. France lost the final in a penalty shootout.

Diego Forlan from Uruguay won the Golden Ball at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Despite Uruguay finishing fourth in the tournament, Forlan's excellent performances throughout the competition earned him the best player award. Spain won the World Cup that year, but their key players like Xavi and Iniesta did not receive the Golden Ball.