Lionel Messi has paid tribute to the late, great Diego Maradona following Argentina's stunning World Cup triumph.
Messi, 35, inspired Argentina to their first world title in 36 years after Lionel Scaloni's side dethroned France on penalties at the Lusail Stadium. Messi, who scored twice in the 3-3 draw, had confirmed during the tournament that he was unlikely to play in another World Cup: meaning he had one final chance to claim the trophy that has eluded him since his international bow back in 2005.
The Paris Saint-Germain superstar is considered by many to be the finest player of his generation and has even drawn comparisons to the illustrious Maradona, who was instrumental during Argentina's last World Cup win back in 1986.
