Lionel Messi and Argentina are the winners of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The Argentinians overcame a strong contest from the Defending Champions France, in what was a thrilling match up that led to the game being equal at three goals apiece by the end of regular and extra time.
A hat-trick by French Striker, Kylian Mbappe was not enough, as the game had to be decided by penalties.
The Argentinians emerged victorious after converting 4 penalties, while the French could only net two of their penalties.
This Win means that Argentinian superstar, Lionel Messi, now has won his first World Cup in what was speculated to be his final game in the international football tournament.
One ESPN analyst described the game as one of the greatest sporting events ever.
That report from ESPN
