Kolkata fans hit the streets to celebrate Argentina's FIFA World Cup win. Watch
2 years ago

Kolkata fans hit the streets to celebrate Argentina's FIFA World Cup win. Watch

Hindustan Times  

The streets of Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal were awash in blue and white as Argentina supporters burst into joy after the Lionel Messi-led South American country emerged as the FIFA World Cup champions in a sensational final on Sunday. Kolkata: Argentina fans celebrate after Lionel Messi scores a goal at the FIFA World Cup 2022 final match. In a historic end to the World Cup season, Messi scored two goals and then another in a shootout as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties to claim their third World Cup title. Diego Maradona, the late Argentina great with whom Messi was so often compared, helped the South American country become the world champions in 1986.

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‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi departed PSG on a disappointing note in the summer of 2023. During the 2022 World Cup, Messi and Argentina came up against Kylian Mbappe’s France in the final in Qatar. During a recent interview on French television, Mbappe was asked about the World Cup final, and how he reacted to Messi’s presence in PSG training after the loss. …

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises
1 month ago

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises

India Today  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi faced some intense heat from Paraguay fans in the team's World Cup Qualifiers match. You are a role model for millions here and around the world "This deeply disrespectful act does not represent the affection and admiration weâ€æ pic.twitter.com/21ChWlTRSO — All About Argentina?????? November 15, 2024 Argentina vs Paraguay Paraguay secured a well-deserved 2-1 victory over …

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on grim ankle injury as Argentina teammates are greeted by wild scenes in Buenos Aires following Copa America victory
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on grim ankle injury as Argentina teammates are greeted by wild scenes in Buenos Aires following Copa America victory

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has reassured supporters that he is 'fine' after a gruesome ankle injury reduced the Argentina legend to tears during the country's Copa America victory. The 37-year-old was forced off the field midway through the second half of Argentina's 1-0 win over Colombia, when Lionel Scaloni's side secured a record 16th Copa America title. Lionel Messi sobbed on the …

Argentina fans revel in their Copa America triumph, a brief respite from their country’s crises
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina fans revel in their Copa America triumph, a brief respite from their country’s crises

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentines taking to the streets to revel in their Copa América triumph late Sunday inhabit a very different place now than they did 19 months ago, when their World Cup win sent millions surging into the same Buenos Aires square in a howl of collective celebration. Fans on both sides of a bar window watch the …

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos

Al Jazeera  

Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 in extra time as the play was delayed by more than an hour with fans trying to storm the Hard Rock Stadium. Argentina have lifted their 16th Copa America title, with their biggest star Lionel Messi likely bidding farewell to international football. Argentina’s latest title, their 16th Copa win, comes on the back of their triumphs …

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador

Firstpost  

In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but Argentina recovered to win the shoot-out 4-2 and storm into the semi-finals. Argentina qualified for the 2024 Copa America semi-finals after a penalty shoot-out win over Ecuador on Friday. In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but goalkeeper …

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier

Live Mint  

In a fiery 2026 World Cup qualifying clash, Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Brazil. The tension between the two South American giants escalated at Rio's iconic Maracana Stadium before the game even began. Brazil in trouble This was Brazil’s third consecutive defeat in World Cup qualifiers, a first in their football history. Argentina's victory further confirmed their …

Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in World Cup qualifying after crowd violence delays start
1 year, 1 month ago

Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in World Cup qualifying after crowd violence delays start

Hindustan Times  

Many fans came to the Maracana Stadium to watch Lionel Messi in his likely last match in Brazil, a superclasico in World Cup qualifying against the hosts. Argentina's forward Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates at the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualification football match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil …

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violence
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violence

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi’s Argentina squad celebrated like they’d won the World Cup again after a dramatic 1-0 win over archrival Brazil on Tuesday. It was Brazil’s first home defeat ever in World Cup qualifying, a game that was delayed because of a brawl between fans in the stands. The Argentina squad celebrated on the pitch for 10 …

Lionel Messi draws Brazilian fans to what could be the Argentine great’s last match in Rio
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi draws Brazilian fans to what could be the Argentine great’s last match in Rio

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Rafael Yen is just a boy, only 8 years old and mad for soccer like most kids in soccer-mad Brazil, but he has a conundrum that even his father is so far powerless to fix. Will Rafael wear an Argentina shirt at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday to watch Lionel Messi — …

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi has few barriers yet to break in soccer. One of them will be in reach Tuesday, when Argentina visits Brazil in a South American World Cup qualifying match. The 36-year-old Messi has scored 31 goals for Argentina in World Cup qualifying encounters, but none of those came against Brazil, home or away. The 2026 …

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club
1 year, 3 months ago

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club

India Today  

Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has hit out at his former football club Paris Saint-Germain for failing to acknowledge his FIFA World Cup glory. Messi, in his latest interview with Olga, said that he was the only player in the entire Argentine contingent who was not celebrated for being a World Cup winner. At the time, however, PSG did post …

Lionel Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi and German Pezzella scored for Argentina against Australia in a friendly in Beijing. Lionel Messi scored after barely a minute as he guided Argentina to a 2-0 friendly win over Australia in Beijing on Thursday evening. Lionel Messi scored the fastest goal of his career against Australia today ⚡️🔥 pic.twitter.com/hu5FjJee8C — SPORTbible June 15, 2023 Messi and fellow …

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia

China Daily  

Lionel Messi gestures to Chinese fans on a bus as he and other members of the Argentina national soccer team return to their hotel from practicing in Beijing June 13, 2023. Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning Argentina teammates are expected to draw almost 70,000 fans to Beijing Worker's Stadium for an exhibition against Australia. Messi's move to "continue my …

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia

China Daily  

Lionel Messi gestures to Chinese fans on a bus as he and other members of the Argentina national soccer team return to their hotel from practicing in Beijing June 13, 2023. Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning Argentina teammates are expected to draw almost 70,000 fans to Beijing Worker's Stadium for an exhibition against Australia. Messi's move to "continue my …

Messi honoured with a statue at South America’s football headquarter
1 year, 8 months ago

Messi honoured with a statue at South America’s football headquarter

The Hindu  

The tributes continue to pour in for Lionel Messi following Argentina’s World Cup triumph. South American football governing body on Monday presented the 35-year-old Argentine star a with statue, which will be placed in the CONMEBOL museum next to those of legendary players Pele and Diego Maradona. Messi also received replicas of the World Cup and the Finalissima trophy, which …

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium
1 year, 9 months ago

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, appearing in Argentina jersey for the first time since winning the World Cup in Qatar, received a hero’s welcome at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on Thursday. Playing Panama in a friendly, Argentina did not get the lead until the 78th minute, when Thiago Almada put Argentina 1-0 lead by scoring from the rebound of a Messi …

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win
1 year, 9 months ago

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win

News 18  

FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi was left teary-eyed with joy as the devoted Argentine populace gathered together at the Monumental to welcome the champions back to their homeland for their first game since the epic win in Qatar that engraved their name in the annals of football history. Lionel Messi in tears 😢What a moment as Argentina welcomes back …

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Messi mania gripped Buenos Aires as the Argentina national team led by Lionel Messi beat Panama 2-0 on Thursday in a friendly match that was essentially a celebration of their World Cup victory last December. Outside the Monumental Stadium there was a party-like atmosphere from early in the afternoon as somebody impersonating Pope Francis blessed a …

Lionel Messi Nets 800th Career Goal in Argentina's 2-0 Win Over Panama
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi Nets 800th Career Goal in Argentina's 2-0 Win Over Panama

News 18  

Lionel Messi capped a night of unbridled joy with the 800th goal of his career as world champions Argentina celebrated their homecoming with a 2-0 friendly victory over stubborn Panama in Buenos Aires on Thursday. The 35-year-old seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s stunning free-kick in the dying minutes came after 21-year-old MLS sensation Thiago Almada gave a glimpse of what the …

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Messi mania has gripped Buenos …

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team will play their first football match after beating France to lift the World Cup in Qatar last December. File Photo: Lisandro Martinez of Argentina poses for a photo with the FIFA World Cup winning trophy during the award ceremony following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail …

Lionel Messi eyes goal milestone in first Argentina game since World Cup triumph
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi eyes goal milestone in first Argentina game since World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

Having fulfilled a lifetime dream, Lionel Messi will get to celebrate with Argentina’s fans on Thursday as they play their first match after winning the World Cup in Qatar last year. The last time Messi scored more than one goal in a game was in December’s World Cup final against France, where Argentina won on penalties to claim the trophy …

Messi expresses remorse over his actions during World Cup QF against Netherlands
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi expresses remorse over his actions during World Cup QF against Netherlands

Live Mint  

A month after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentine star player Lionel Messi has expressed remorse over his actions during the World Cup quarterfinals. In Messi's sixth World Cup, Argentina defeated France on penalties in Qatar to win their first World Cup in 36 years. The Paris Saint-Germain player said he wanted for Diego Maradona to witness Argentina's first …

Messi regrets controversy vs Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2022
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi regrets controversy vs Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2022

The Hindu  

World Cup winner Lionel Messi regretted his testy exchanges with the Netherlands coach and players during their controversial quarterfinal in Qatar, he said in an interview aired on Monday. He also said “Messi did not touch the ball” in the semifinal between the teams in the 2014 World Cup; Argentina also won that tie in a penalty shootout. “I don’t …

Messi regrets controversy against Dutch at the World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi regrets controversy against Dutch at the World Cup

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — World Cup winner Lionel Messi regretted his testy exchanges with the Netherlands coach and players during their controversial quarterfinal in Qatar, he said in an interview aired on Monday. He also said “Messi did not touch the ball” in the semifinal between the teams in the 2014 World Cup; Argentina also won that tie in a penalty …

Lionel Messi, Argentina face disciplinary action after FIFA opens proceedings due to FIFA World Cup trophy celebration
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi, Argentina face disciplinary action after FIFA opens proceedings due to FIFA World Cup trophy celebration

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi reigned supreme in Qatar last year as Argentina claimed glory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, defeating France in the final. Argentina defeated France to win the FIFA World Cup 2022 trophy. In a tightly contested final, Argentina first took the lead in the 23rd-minute through their captain Messi, who converted a penalty after Angel Di Maria was …

Lionel Messi’s Argentina under scanner for ‘offensive behaviour’ in WC final
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi’s Argentina under scanner for ‘offensive behaviour’ in WC final

Live Mint  

Argentina’s world champion football team, led by Lionel Messi, is the subject of disciplinary action by FIFA after players allegedly engaged in offensive behaviour during the FIFA World Cup 2022 final in Qatar. Argentina's goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez gestures after receiving the the golden glove award for the best goalkeeper after the World Cup final soccer match between Argentina and France …

Lionel Messi's Argentine Salvation: Of Tears, Jeers and Celestial Providence
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi's Argentine Salvation: Of Tears, Jeers and Celestial Providence

News 18  

As improbable as it sounds right now, there was a time when the football-mad Argentine populace felt rather indifferent towards one of their biggest-ever products, Lionel Messi. But, while Messi’s trophy cabinet was overflowing unable to hold the massive list of personal and team accolades, the voices back home in Buenos Aires didn’t sound as content as one would expect. …

Argentina v France final the best match of FIFA World Cup
2 years ago

Argentina v France final the best match of FIFA World Cup

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 seemed to have seen everything till December 17 — late equalisers from wily free-kick routines, bizarre celebrations and players being sent off during penalty shootouts. Kylian Mbappe, who had become the youngest player since Pele to score in a World Cup final four years ago, started the comeback. The 23-year-old converted the penalty to become …

Lionel Messi Holds FIFA World Cup Trophy During Parade, Fans Point Out Light from Heaven Shining Down on GOAT
2 years ago

Lionel Messi Holds FIFA World Cup Trophy During Parade, Fans Point Out Light from Heaven Shining Down on GOAT

News 18  

Lionel Messi etched his name in the upper echelons of sporting immortality when he led Argentina to their third FIFA World Cup. So much so, when Messi took the World Cup trophy in his hand, some social media users pointed out that rays of light shone brightly down on the GOAT, seemingly from the heavens itself. pic.twitter.com/D06gYXflJ9— Jagdish ⭐⭐⭐ December …

Argentina Victory Parade Ended Abruptly Due to Massive Crowd as Players Board Helicopter
2 years ago

Argentina Victory Parade Ended Abruptly Due to Massive Crowd as Players Board Helicopter

News 18  

Millions of jubilant fans turned out Tuesday to welcome home Argentina’s World Cup winners led by Lionel Messi, but most were left disappointed when an open-top bus parade had to be abandoned due to the massive crowds, in favour of a hastily organized helicopter tour. Instead, Messi, coach Lionel Scaloni and midfielder Rodrigo De Paul took the World Cup trophy …

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi won the ultimate prize and completed football
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi won the ultimate prize and completed football

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi stood, his hands on hips, face screwed in concentration, as he took a moment before beginning proceedings for Argentina in the penalty shootout against France in Sunday’s World Cup final. “I said previously that God was going to grant me this and I don’t know why but I felt it was going to be this time.” Ever since …

Argentina arrives home to huge party
2 years ago

Argentina arrives home to huge party

China Daily  

Lionel Messi's celebrations with the World Cup trophy last Sunday in Qatar mirrored those of Argentina legend Diego Maradona when he steered his country to victory at the 1986 edition in Mexico. Massive crowds greet World Cup champions as they arrive back in Buenos Aires to heroes' welcome BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Thousands of fans lined up in the middle …

Argentina arrives home to huge party
2 years ago

Argentina arrives home to huge party

China Daily  

Lionel Messi's celebrations with the World Cup trophy last Sunday in Qatar mirrored those of Argentina legend Diego Maradona when he steered his country to victory at the 1986 edition in Mexico. Massive crowds greet World Cup champions as they arrive back in Buenos Aires to heroes' welcome BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Thousands of fans lined up in the middle …

Argentina arrives home to huge party
2 years ago

Argentina arrives home to huge party

China Daily  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi holds the FIFA World Cup trophy aloft alongside coach Lionel Scaloni as they step off a plane at Ezeiza International Airport near Buenos Aires on Tuesday. The players slept at AFA headquarters for a few hours before boarding a bus later on Tuesday to head to the Obelisk, the iconic Buenos Aires landmark that was a …

After Breaking Record for Most liked Instagram Post, Lionel Messi Shares Photo of Waking Up with FIFA World Cup Trophy
2 years ago

After Breaking Record for Most liked Instagram Post, Lionel Messi Shares Photo of Waking Up with FIFA World Cup Trophy

News 18  

After breaking the record for most-liked Instagram post, Lionel Messi treated his fans with a photo of him waking up with the FIFA World Cup trophy. Messi woke up on Tuesday after a grand welcome back to Argentina after winning the FIFA World Cup. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Leo Messi Thousands of fans lined up …

Argentina FIFA World Cup homecoming: Lionel Messi & Co land in Buenos Aires amid festivities
2 years ago

Argentina FIFA World Cup homecoming: Lionel Messi & Co land in Buenos Aires amid festivities

The Hindu  

Thousands of fans lined up in the middle of the night to try to get a glimpse of the Argentina football team that won one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time ahead of what is scheduled to be a day of celebrations in Buenos Aires. Messi was the first player from the plane carrying the World Cup, …

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party
2 years ago

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party

China Daily  

A fan is seen wearing a Lionel Messi t-shirt with replica of the world cup trophy outside of the Association of Argentinian Football Headquarters ahead of the team arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina, December 19, 2022. BUENOS AIRES - Argentines waited eagerly to welcome home their World Cup heroes on Monday as France's beaten stars arrived back in Paris following …

IN PICTURES | Argentina soccer team celebrate FIFA World Cup 2022 victory with fans in Buenos Aires
2 years ago

IN PICTURES | Argentina soccer team celebrate FIFA World Cup 2022 victory with fans in Buenos Aires

India TV News  

Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 1/7 After their heroic feat at Lusail against France, Argentina welcomed the world champions, their heroes back home on December 20, 2022 Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 2/7 Lionel Messi and his troops clinched Argentina's third World Cup title after a wait of 36 long years. They won their first trophy under the leadership of …

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party
2 years ago

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party

China Daily  

A fan is seen wearing a Lionel Messi t-shirt with replica of the world cup trophy outside of the Association of Argentinian Football Headquarters ahead of the team arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina, December 19, 2022. BUENOS AIRES - Argentines waited eagerly to welcome home their World Cup heroes on Monday as France's beaten stars arrived back in Paris following …

Huge crowds welcome home the Argentina team after its thrilling World Cup victory
2 years ago

Huge crowds welcome home the Argentina team after its thrilling World Cup victory

LA Times  

Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi holds the World Cup trophy aloft as he and coach Lionel Scaloni deplane outside Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Thousands of fans lined up in the wee hours of Tuesday to try to get a glimpse of the victorious Argentine soccer team that won one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time ahead of …

Messi hops onto a table, dances with World Cup trophy in wild team party | WHAT'S BUZZING
2 years ago

Messi hops onto a table, dances with World Cup trophy in wild team party | WHAT'S BUZZING

Hindustan Times  

Messi hops onto a table, dances with World Cup trophy in wild team party | WHAT'S BUZZING It was a super Sunday as Argentinian fans across the world celebrated the thrilling FIFA World Cup victory. Now, a video featuring Messi from inside the team's dressing room is breaking the internet. After the win, Messi was overjoyed and was seen dancing …

Four reasons why Argentina won
2 years ago

Four reasons why Argentina won

Hindustan Times  

A long wait came to an end on Sunday night when Argentina won the World Cup for a third time, 36 years since their last triumph. Only two players have scored 5+ goals and created 20+ chances in a Fifa World Cup tournament : Diego Maradona in 1986 and Lionel Messi in 2022. Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Nahuel Molina, Lisandro …

Amid the exultation, a GOAT debate and where Messi stands
2 years ago

Amid the exultation, a GOAT debate and where Messi stands

Hindustan Times  

The story began when a 13-year-old boy left home for Barcelona. The Lionel Messi saga came full circle on a mad Sunday night in Doha, culminating in a swansong dreams are made of, as Argentina beat France in arguably the greatest final of all time. Forget his great club rival Cristiano Ronaldo, the World Cup cemented Messi’s place as the …

Photos: Euphoric scenes from Buenos Aires after Argentina's FIFA World Cup win
2 years ago

Photos: Euphoric scenes from Buenos Aires after Argentina's FIFA World Cup win

Hindustan Times  

Photos: Euphoric scenes from Buenos Aires after Argentina's FIFA World Cup win Ecstatic Argentines let loose and took to the streets of Buenos Aires after an epic World Cup final in which the national team beat France on penalties. Throughout the evening, many chanted the name of captain Lionel Messi, often considered the world's greatest soccer player who had long …

Photos | Kolkata, Kochi fans celebrate Argentina's FIFA World Cup victory
2 years ago

Photos | Kolkata, Kochi fans celebrate Argentina's FIFA World Cup victory

Hindustan Times  

Photos | Kolkata, Kochi fans celebrate Argentina's FIFA World Cup victory Thousands took to the streets of Kochi in Kerala and Kolkata in Bengal Monday to celebrate Argentina's dramatic FIFA World Cup final win over France in Qatar the night before. The South Americans were held to a pulsating 3-3 draw in normal play and held their nerve to beat …

Argentina's Emiliano Martinez Mocks Mbappe, Asks For 'A Minute Of Silence' During Celebrations
2 years ago

Argentina's Emiliano Martinez Mocks Mbappe, Asks For 'A Minute Of Silence' During Celebrations

ABP News  

Argentina vs France Highlights: Lionel Messi-starrer Argentina on Sunday won their third ever World Cup trophy as the Copa America 2021 winners outclassed two-time World Cup winners France 4-2 on penalties in FIFA World Cup final at jam-packed Lusail Iconic Stadium. France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a dream hat-trick in the final but his heroics went in vain which saw …

FIFA World Cup celebrations turn violent in parts of Kerala
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup celebrations turn violent in parts of Kerala

Hindustan Times  

Three people were stabbed in Kerala’s Kannur after an altercation between two groups Sunday night, whereas, three cops were injured in Kochi, police said following the night-long celebrations that turned violent in many parts of the state on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday as the fans celebrated Argentina’s glorious win against France in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. …

UP Police uses Messi's World Cup goal to warn riders: ‘Those messi(ng) up…’
2 years ago

UP Police uses Messi's World Cup goal to warn riders: ‘Those messi(ng) up…’

Hindustan Times  

The Uttar Pradesh Police had a quirky take on road safety after the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday night. Using a video clip of football superstar Lionel Messi scoring a goal in his signature style during the final, the UP Police sent a stern message to those “messi” with traffic laws. Argentina's Lionel Messi in action during the FIFA …

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