Argentina wins the World Cup by defeating France 4-2. Argentina win their third FIFA World Cup on penalties following a tense match that went to extra time. In a penalty shootout following a 3-3 tie the winning goals were scored by Messi and Kylian Mbappé.

Both Mbappé and Messi scored on the first penalties taken by their respective sides.

Gonzalo Montiel was able to seal the deal for Argentina. Argentina’s goalkeeper Emi Martinez stopped a shot from Kingsley Coman. Thereafter Aurelien Tchouameni missed a chance for France.

Argentina and Lionel Messi were able to accomplish their dream of hoisting the prized World Cup Trophy.

Key facts!

• Messi performed as if it were his last and led Albiceleste to a victory against France in a most stunning contest that was decided by penalty kicks.
• The final score was 4-2 in favour of Argentina.
• A magnificent contest grew into the much-anticipated clash between Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
• Kylian Mbappe was instrumental in bringing France back into the contest on multiple occasions during the see-saw fight.
• At Lusail Stadium, France’s superstar player ended up on the losing team despite scoring a hat trick.
• This was the first time this feat had been accomplished in a Fifa World Cup final since 1966.
• Kylian Mbappe scored twice in as many minutes for France during their comeback in the second half.
• This helped them tie the game after falling behind by two goals in the first half.
• Lionel Messi of Argentina scored a goal to give his team a 3-2 lead in the 109th minute.
• The France striker finished off his hat trick with a successful penalty kick in the 118th minute.
• Messi converted a penalty kick in the 23rd minute to put Argentina ahead 2-0 before the half.

⭐ Argentina add their third star
🐐 Messi's legacy is complete

An incredible #FIFAWorldCup Final 📺 pic.twitter.com/dZkSOHkqAI

— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) December 18, 2022

 

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