Argentina Vs Francia

Argentina defeats France in nail-biting World Cup final

Messi finally lifts the trophy after a thrilling match

Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in a dramatic penalty shootout against France.

The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams scoring three goals in regulation and extra time.

Argentina ultimately won the shootout 4-2, with Gonzalo Montiel scoring the winning penalty.

The victory is Argentina's third World Cup title, their first since 1986.

Lionel Messi, who scored twice in the match, was named the tournament's best player.

Match highlights

• Argentina took an early lead through a Lionel Messi penalty in the 23rd minute.
• Angel Di Maria doubled Argentina's lead in the 36th minute.
• Kylian Mbappe scored twice in the 80th and 81st minutes to send the match to extra time.
• Messi scored his second goal of the match in the 108th minute.
• Mbappe completed his hat-trick in the 118th minute, becoming only the second player to score three goals in a World Cup final.
• Argentina won the penalty shootout 4-2.

Reaction

Argentina's victory was met with jubilation in the streets of Buenos Aires and across the country.

Messi, who had long been criticized for not winning a major title with Argentina, was hailed as a hero.

France's defeat was met with disappointment, but the team was praised for their fighting spirit.

Conclusion

The 2022 FIFA World Cup was a tournament to remember.

Argentina's victory was a fitting end to a thrilling tournament, and Messi finally got his hands on the trophy that had eluded him for so long.