World Cup 2022: Argentina crowned champions after thrilling penalty shootout win over France

Messi and Mbappe steal the show as Argentina and France play out an epic final

Argentina have been crowned champions of the 2022 World Cup after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over France in Qatar.

The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams having chances to win it in regulation and extra time. Lionel Messi put Argentina ahead twice, but Kylian Mbappe equalized both times to send the game to a penalty shootout.

In the shootout, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was the hero, saving Kingsley Coman's penalty to give Argentina the win. Messi converted the winning penalty to seal the victory and his first World Cup title.

The win is Argentina's third World Cup title, and their first since 1986. It is also Messi's first World Cup title, and it caps off a remarkable career for the Argentine superstar.

France will be disappointed to have lost the final, but they can be proud of their performance in Qatar. They were the better team for much of the match, but they were ultimately undone by Messi's brilliance and Argentina's resilience.

The 2022 World Cup was a memorable tournament, and the final was a fitting end to a thrilling competition.