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VAR check shows how close Lionel Messi's extra-time goal was to being ruled out

Lionel Messi was Argentina's hero in the World Cup final with two goals and a converted penalty in the shootout, but his second effort against France almost did not stand

Daily Mirror · Dec 19, 2022

World media hail Messi, Mbappé after 'most exciting final' in World Cup history

In the wake of Argentina’s World Cup victory, world media praised the “heroic” efforts of French star Mbappé and ran out of superlatives for Lionel Messi, crowned as the “god of football”.

France 24 · Dec 19, 2022

Didier Deschamps on why Olivier Giroud had to go off in 41st minute of World Cup final

The France boss acted swiftly five minutes before half-time when he substituted both Giroud and Ousmane Dembele as his side were 2-0 down in the World Cup final

Daily Mirror · Dec 19, 2022

Lionel Scaloni: The caretaker who became a World Cup winner and facilitator of Messi’s dreams

The Argentina manager found the right balance in his team to achieve what many before had failed to do, and his own journey was just as extraordinary

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

Argentina Awaits to Welcome Home Messi and World Cup Winners

Lionel Messi and his teammates set off for Argentina with the most coveted prize in football as millions of compatriots waited to welcome them home on Monday and catch a glimpse of the World Cup trophy. In the capital Buenos Aires and throughout the country, millions took to the streets…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 19, 2022

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni ‘saving a spot’ for Lionel Messi at next World Cup squad

The Albiceleste boss will keep a place for his legendary captain moving forward

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

The legacy is complete: Lionel Messi steps out of Maradona's shadow once and for all

1978 - Daniel Passarella, 1986 - Diego Maradona, 2022 - Lionel Messi. The legacy is complete.

The Times of India · Dec 19, 2022

Qatar’s billions get the picture they paid for

The Argentine superstar was given the traditional robe moments before the crowning moment of a legendary career

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

Lionel Messi makes Argentina retirement decision after thrilling 2022 Qatar World Cup triumph

Lionel Messi and Argentina ended their 36-year wait to win the World Cup and they done it in dramatic fashion.

Football London · Dec 19, 2022

Argentina’s final act of combativeness after World Cup defined by it

The World Cup win was delivered by one divine player and a squad built on defiance

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022