Throngs of soccer fans in Buenos Aires jumped up and celebrated Argentina's first FIFAWorldCup title in 36 years
It was an incredible night of drama, high emotion and fluctuating fortunes, delivering one of the all-time great finals to cap a wonderful tournament as its two star players delivered command performances on the biggest stage of all.
It meant that after his record 26th World Cup match, at the fifth and final time of asking, the 35-year-old Messi claimed the trophy his talent and commitment to his country demanded, elevating him alongside Diego Maradona, Argentina's first football god, who carried them to their emotional second triumph in 1986 following the first in 1978.
"I cannot believe that we have suffered so much in a perfect game. Unbelievable, but this team responds to everything," Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said. France barely fired a shot in anger until the 80th minute when Nicolas Otamendi tripped Randal Kolo Muani and Mbappe, previously anonymous, expertly converted the penalty.
México Últimas Noticias, México Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Where to Watch the Argentina-France Final World Cup Game on SundayThe FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is almost at an end, and Sunday will see the world's soccer champions bring home the trophy in a game between Argentina and France.
Leer más »
France vs. Argentina World Cup final: Messi and Mbappé to face off in Qatar on SundayWhen France and Argentina take to the pitch in the World Cup final, all eyes are expected to be on Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi, two of soccer's best-known stars.
Leer más »
Argentina Beat France in Penalties to Win the 2022 World CupArgentina reigned victorious, beating defending champs, France, to win the 2022 World Cup.⚽️🏆
Leer más »
World Cup live updates: France to face Argentina for world championshipAfter nearly a month of twists and turns, the World Cup concludes Sunday with France and Argentina playing for the championship in a star-studded final. Follow along for live updates and highlights from the game:
Leer más »
Lionel Messi leads Argentina over France for World Cup titleArgentina beat France 4-2 in a penalty shootout Sunday to claim the World Cup title despite Kylian Mbappé scoring the first hat trick in a final in 56 years.
Leer más »
France team hit by virus ahead of World Cup final vs. ArgentinaThe France camp has been hit by a virus ahead of Sunday's World Cup final vs. Lionel Messi and Argentina.
Leer más »