Argentina Legend Lionel Messi Affirms Plans to Proceed with National Team Journey Post World Cup Triumph
Argentina Triumphs in Thrilling World Cup Final
In an exhilarating World Cup final in Doha on Sunday, Argentina emerged victorious against France in a dramatic penalty shootout (4-2). The decisive moment came after a thrilling match that saw Kylian Mbappe score a hat-trick, taking the game into extra time before Argentina secured their victory.
Lionel Messi, Argentina's celebrated football star, was at the heart of the action. He scored two goals in the final, leading his team to a 3-2 advantage during extra time. Messi's career, marked by numerous disappointments on the World Cup stage, finally saw a breakthrough.
Messi, 35 years old, expressed his relief and joy after the match, calling it a "really weird" experience, similar to the one against the Netherlands. He admitted that his career had been on the brink after winning the World Cup, but he was overjoyed that it had happened at this time.
Mbappe's hat-trick was not enough to secure France's victory, and Messi's team-mates embraced him and their assistant coach, Wálter Samuel, in jubilant celebration. Lionel Scaloni, Angel Di Maria, and Emiliano Martinez were among those who showed their emotions after the final whistle.
Messi, who has played 172 times for Argentina since making his debut in 2005, scoring 98 goals, expressed his desire to continue playing for his country after this historic win. The World Cup victory marks a significant milestone in Messi's illustrious career, and he will undoubtedly continue to inspire his team and fans for years to come.
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