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Tim Elcombe, Associate professor, Kinesiology & Physical Education; Fellow, Balsillie School of International Affairs, Wilfrid Laurier University

Looking back on the 2022 FIFA World Cup: A tournament of surprises and controversy

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Argentina's football players celebrate with the World Cup trophy after winning the final match with France at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

After a month of football, the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Qatar has concluded with Argentina beating France 4-2 in a penalty shootout after drawing 3-3. Record numbers of fans were expected to watch the nail-biting final match at the Lusail Stadium just outside of the Qatari capital Doha.

A man in a blue football uniform carrying a golden trophy in the shape of a football boot walks past the world cup trophy.
France’s Kylian Mbappé won the golden boot trophy awarded to the tournament’s top goal scorer. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
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