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The 1994 FIFA World Cup, when Romario won the Golden Ball, was hosted by the United States. This was the first World Cup held in the USA and Romario was instrumental in Brazil's tournament victory, scoring 5 goals. The USA 1994 World Cup set attendance records and had the highest average attendance per match in World Cup history at that time.

The 2006 FIFA World Cup, when Zinedine Zidane won the Golden Ball, was hosted by Germany. This was the 18th FIFA World Cup and featured 32 teams. Italy won the tournament, defeating France in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Zidane's tournament was memorable for his excellent play and his infamous red card in the final.

Romario won the Golden Ball at the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States. He scored 5 goals and was instrumental in Brazil's fourth World Cup title. Romario's clever positioning, clinical finishing, and ability to create chances made him the standout player of the tournament. Rivaldo and Roberto Carlos were part of Brazil's 2002 winning squad, while Ronaldo Nazario won in 1998.

Diego Forlan won the Golden Ball at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. He scored 5 goals and led Uruguay to a surprising fourth-place finish, their best World Cup result since 1970. Forlan's excellent performances, including two goals in the semifinal against Netherlands, made him the clear choice for the best player award. Thierry Henry had already won in 2006, while Oliver Kahn won in 2002.

Zinedine Zidane won the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany. The Golden Ball is awarded to the most outstanding player of the tournament, regardless of whether their team wins the World Cup. In 2006, France reached the final, and Zidane's performance throughout the tournament earned him this prestigious individual honor.

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.

Oliver Kahn won the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Germany/Japan, despite Germany losing the final to Brazil. He was the first goalkeeper to ever win this prestigious award. The Golden Ball is given to the outstanding player of each World Cup tournament.

The 2002 FIFA World Cup was co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, making it the first World Cup held in Asia. Oliver Kahn won the Golden Ball in this tournament as the best player. This was also the first time two countries jointly hosted the World Cup.

Ronaldo Nazário won the Golden Ball at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France, despite Brazil losing the final to the host nation. His exceptional performances throughout the tournament earned him this award. He later won the World Cup in 2002 with Brazil.

The 1998 FIFA World Cup where Ronaldo won the Golden Ball was hosted by France. France also won this World Cup, defeating Brazil 3-0 in the final. This tournament featured 32 teams for the first time in World Cup history.